Vulcan

Pantheon: Roman
Titles:
Alternate Names/Spellings: Mulciber, Volcanus
Gender: Male

Vulcan is the god of fire, especially uncontrolled ones, and volcanoes. In late Classical times he also became a god of smiths. Volcan was the father of Cacus. Vulcan was the patron deity of Ostia.

Vulcan's festivals were held on May 23rd and August 23rd.

Vulcan Mulciber: "smelter of metals"

Vulcan Quietus: "Vulcan at Rest" -- invoked to help prevent fires

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