Athena's Gift

In ancient Greece the olive was a symbol of immortality, of life, of victory, of fertility and of peace. Its branches carried a message of peace and tolerance, considered immortal because of their ability to sprout again once cut or pruned. Athena, goddess of war, civilization, wisdom and battle strategy, rivalled Poseidon to become patron of the city founded by King Cecrops. Striking a rock with her spear, Athena caused a gift to appear: an olive tree from which they would obtain oil for food, for light, for making perfumes and soaps, and more. They decided to place the city under the protection of the goddess, taking the name Athens. Athena has now fallen into the hands of Kratos, and he has seized the power of her sacred olive. Now Athens needs help to recover it and to bring justice.