Hades was the god of the underworld in Greek mythology. As lord of the underworld, he controlled funeral rites and defended the right of the dead to proper burial. He had the power to turn invisible with his helm of darkness and conjure wealth from the earth. Married to Persephone, Hades ruled the underworld from his home on the island of Crete with symbols of power including his helm of invisibility and responsibilities over death.

1. King of the Dead, Lord of the UnderworldHADES

2. Hades controlled over funeral rites and defended the right of the dead to due burial. He was also the god of hidden wealth of the Earth.

3. FAMILY RELATIONSHIPSHades was born to great mother goddess Rhea and Father Kronus on the island of Drete, along with his brothers Zeus and Poseidon and was the husband of Persephone.

4. SYMBOLSThe Helm of Darkness is the symbol of Hades Power. The Helm allows Hades to melt into shadow and pass through walls. While wearing it he cannot be touched, seen or heard and he can radiate fear so intense that it can drive a person insane.

5. SPECIAL POWERS & RESPONSIBILITIES Hades had the power to turn invisible when he puts on his hat of invisibility, which the hundred handed ones made for him so he could sneak up on the next person to die. He also had the ability to conjure gold and diamonds and any other mineral. Hades can also send for the dead.