Before it was a video game, Overwatch was a military tactic. It involves a small unit supporting another by taking the high ground. From there, this group can watch out for enemy movements, survey the terrain, and provide cover fire... Read more
Athena or Athene was the Greek goddess of war, reason, and wisdom. Her arena was the "intellectual and civilized side of war and the virtues of justice and skill." In times of peace, she was a goddess of skilled crafts such as weaving. She was the protectress of the city of Athens. In Roman mythology, she went by the name Minerva... Read more
The xenomorph alien, also called Xenomorph XX121 or Internecivus raptus, is a fictional creature from the Alien film franchise. It has been included in numerous movies, comic books... Read more
In Norse mythology, Loki was "a cunning trickster who had the ability to change his shape" and even his gender. He was the son of a giant and considered one of the... Read more
Alice in Wonderland was first brought to life by the English author Lewis Carroll in 1856. The children's book was then titled Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. The story follows young Alice, who falls asleep in a meadow. She dreams that she chases a white rabbit into its hole and enters a world full of characters such as a smoking caterpillar, a Mad Hatter hosting an endless tea party, and a playing card Queen who wants to have everyone beheaded... Read more
Baby Yoda was born about the year 41 BBY, around the same time as Anakin Skywalker. He was hidden away until bounty hunters were sent to retrieve him for what was left of the Galactic Empire. The Mandalorian bounty hunter took pity on the Child, who saved his life using Force abilities, and attempted to hide him once again... Read more
Zeus was the chief god or deity of the ancient Greek mythological pantheon. He was considered the lord of the sky and weather, the sender of thunder, lightning, rain, and winds. He was considered the father of men and other gods. His weapon of choice was a thunderbolt, which he would throw from his hand... Read more
Barbie is an American fashion doll that entered the world scene in 1959. The curvaceous blonde, based on a "risqué gag gift for men," quickly became a cultural icon. In fact, it was featured in... Read more
Chase is one of the main protagonists of the animated series Paw Patrol. He is second in command after the 10-year-old human boy, Ryder. Along with a team of seven other pups, Chase and Ryder work hard to keep the inhabitants of Adventure Bay safe... Read more
Michael Myers is a masked fictional villain from the Halloween movie franchise. He first appeared in the 1978 film as a mentally unwell young boy who murdered his sister. He returns fifteen years later in order to murder more teenagers... Read more
The Vikings, called Northmen or Norsemen, were a seafaring people from the Scandinavian region of Europe... Read more
In Greek mythology, Poseidon was best known as the god of the sea and water. He was also the deity of earthquakes, storms, and horses. His name means "lord or husband of the earth."... Read more
Ken Kaneki is the protagonist of Tokyo Ghoul anime and manga series. Ken was an ordinary student living a normal life, until he was transformed into a ghoul - a humanoid organism that feeds on flesh... Read more
Totoro is the title character of an animated 1988 fantasy film. My Neighbor Totoro follows the adventures of two young girls in rural post-war Japan who move into a new home. Their friends include dust-like spirits called susuwatari, a cat-shaped bus, and the large rabbit-like spirit of the woods known as Totoro... Read more
The centaur is a legendary creature of Greek mythology. The centaur was purportedly part horse and part man. Many were said to dwell in the mountains of Arcadia and Thessaly. Centaurs were depicted as drawing the chariot of Dionysus, the god of wine, or being ridden by Eros, the god of love... Read more
A wizard is a fictional magician or practitioner of magic. Wizards are typically depicted as male, and may also be known as magi, mages, witches, enchanters, sorcerers, or spell casters. Female wizards can be called wizardesses, witches, enchantresses, or sorceresses... Read more
The plague or bubonic plague is a fever caused by a bacterium called Yersinia pestis. It is very contagious, transmitted from rats and mice to humans via the vector of a flea bite... Read more
The horror film A Nightmare on Elm Street, released in 1984, has become a cult classic. Spin-offs have included several sequels, a television series, and a remake in 2010... Read more
Firestar is a protagonist of the Warriors book series by Erin Hunter. He is an orange tomcat. Firestar has also been known by other names, including Rusty, Firepaw, and Fireheart. He is known as being courageous, loyal, brave, and kind... Read more
The term demon, also spelled daemon or daimon, can be traced to ancient Greek religion. It described a supernatural power or god. In some myths, they were considered lower gods that were still superior to humans... Read more