Zeus
Zeus was the king of the Greek gods. He was married to Hera, though he often cheated on her. He is the god of the sky and lightning.As a baby his father ate him but eventually threw him up along with Hera, Hades and other gods.Eventually he became the king of the gods. He is often pictured with a lightning bolt held like a javelin.He is important in this story because of what his actions lead to.
