Nike (mythology)

Description: (Goddess)
Nike, the goddess of victory in Greek mythology, is honored for her connection to success in diverse fields such as art, music, war, and athletics. She is commonly portrayed as "Winged Victory" in flight or as "Wingless Victory" when representing other deities like Athena. Nike served as an attendant to Zeus and Athena, pledging her loyalty to Zeus during the Titanomachy. In Athens, she became a devoted servant to Athena, highlighting her esteemed position in the city. The specifics of Nike's origin story are unclear, with different versions of her lineage in Greek mythology.

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