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The Telchines Forging Poseidon’s Trident

OriginGreek Mythology

This myth details how the Telchines, a mysterious race of metalworkers and sorcerers on the island of Rhodes, forged the iconic trident for the god Poseidon. Chosen by the goddess Rhea to raise the young sea god in secret, these master smiths crafted his weapon at their forge in ancient Kameiros to aid in the war against the Titans. The trident's power allowed Poseidon to command the oceans,...