The Olympian gods of Greco-Roman mythology are eternal in their archetypes. They each represent aspects of human nature so timeless that even though their religion has long since faded, their influence is present in almost every form of narrative. 

When it comes to writing, the Olympians can have equal importance. Each one represents a different style of writing, a different type of writer.

Where a writer who identifies with Athena is more direct in their language, an Apollo may be more flamboyent and use more flourishes. A Dionysus writes for himself, and an Aphrodite writes for the audience. Ares is blunt, almost combative, and a Hephaestus is a master wordsmith. Zeus is a writer who speaks his mind with no concern for the audience, where Hestia is careful to maintain neutrality. A Poesidon may be prone to tangents, as well as a Demeter. Hera writes with an agenda, while Artemis has an eye out to break down the agendas of others. A Hades writer is mostly a quiet and unsupsecting writer, with moments of violent outbursts, while a Hermes is anything but quiet or unsuspecting.

Each god may preside over specific spheres of influence, yet combined, they are one of the most powerful forces in Western literature. For writers, it is important to strive to embody -- in some way -- all of their features.