She was the favorite child of Zeus, and had sprung fully grown in armor out of her
father's head. Athena was also a war Goddess, yet unlike the hot tempered Ares, she
was wise and just in war. She represented the intellectual and civilized side of war,
she was not so much of a fighter but more of a wise and prudent adviser. For these reasons
it has always been desirable to count upon her favor when war is at hand, for
Athena, it is said, would never put up with defeat.