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THE WORLD CIVILIZATION
The world is divided into four main categories of beings: Gods, Humans, Monsters, and Demigods.
Gods: Immortal beings who primarily rule over humanity. What defines a god is their freedom from the limits of the ordinary. They command great power and influence across different aspects of existence.
Humans: Mortal beings intentionally created by the gods. Although they have free will and are not mere pawns, they remain confined to the boundaries of the natural world.
Monsters: Abstract, often chaotic entities that came into existence accidentally due to the actions or neglect of the gods. Since they weren't intentionally created, they wander the world without a clear purpose. Some monsters are carnivorous and dangerous; others may be passive or even herbivorous. (See "Monster Explanation" for more.)
Demigods: These are a unique fusion of both intention and accident. They are born resembling humans, yet carry divine essence in their veins. What sets them apart is their bloodline—a trace of godly power inherited from their divine parent.
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WHAT IS A BLOODLINE?
In demigod terms, a bloodline refers to an inherited divine affinity passed down from a godly parent. This inheritance can include personality traits (such as emotions and mannerisms), but most importantly, it includes supernatural abilities.
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BLOODLINE INHERITANCE: EXAMPLES FROM THE OLYMPIAN GODS
Zeus (God of the Sky)
Children of Zeus are naturally powerful, often inheriting control over the sky. They can summon lightning, call storms, and command thunder with divine authority.
Poseidon (God of the Sea)
His children can manipulate water bodies and communicate with sea creatures. Some are born with the ability to breathe underwater or calm ocean tides.
Hera (Goddess of Marriage)
Hera is forbidden—or rather, unwilling—to have demigod children. As the wife of Zeus, she is possessive and bound by divine principles of loyalty.
Hermes (God of Travel, Speed, and Dimensions)
His children can open portals across space, allowing travel across vast distances in the mortal realm. With enough power, they can even traverse alternate dimensions.
Ares (God of War)
Ares' children are instinctive warriors. They possess enhanced combat instincts and strategic minds. Some may even harness battle magic in the heat of war.
Athena (Goddess of Wisdom and Strategy)
Though born without a mother, Athena's children inherit her sharp intellect. They are excellent tacticians and formidable fighters with precise discipline.
Hephaestus (God of Fire and Forge)
Natural inventors and craftsmen, Hephaestus' children can manipulate fire and give life to mechanical creations. They are masters of metal and innovation.
Apollo (God of the Sun, Music, and Prophecy)
His children are multi-talented: skilled archers, poets, musicians, and healers. Their strength often comes from sunlight, and many are born with prophetic gifts.
Note: Some of Apollo's children are born as oracles, individuals connected to divine knowledge of the past, present, or future. (Humans may also be chosen as oracles.)
Artemis (Goddess of the Hunt and Moon)
Though she vowed to remain unmarried, if she has demigod children in your world, they would be deeply connected to the moon—silent hunters, skilled assassins, and natural survivors.
Aphrodite (Goddess of Love and Beauty)
Her children are charming, irresistibly beautiful, and often manipulative. While not always skilled in battle, they can use allure and enchantment to gain the upper hand.
Demeter (Goddess of Agriculture)
Her children can manipulate plant life at will. Some are born with the ability to cause wild growth or command entire forests.
Dionysus (God of Wine and Madness)
Loud and unpredictable, his children draw power from intoxication. They may appear wild or unserious, but many wield reality-bending abilities linked to chaos and illusion.
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Author's Note: Some aspects of this summary may differ from traditional mythology. Please view this as an original interpretation tailored for creative storytelling.
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