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Roman pantheon
Also known as: Vulcanus
God of fire, metalworking, and the forge. Craftsman of the gods who forged divine weapons and armor. Roman equivalent of Hephaestus. Associated with volcanic activity.
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God of fire, metalworking, and the forge. Craftsman of the gods who forged divine weapons and armor. Roman equivalent of Hephaestus. Associated with volcanic activity.
Historical texts and references
“'My sons,' said Vulcan, 'set your tasks aside; your strength and master-skill must now be tried. Arms for a hero forge; arms that require your force, your speed, and all your forming fire.'”