Vulcan

Pantheon: Roman, Latin
Titles: Mulciber ("smelter of metals")
Alternate Names/Spellings: Mulciber, Volcanus (Latin), Vulcanus
Gender: Male

Vulcan is the god of fire, especially uncontrolled ones, volcanoes, and smiths. In late Classical times he also became a god of smiths. Volcan was the father of Cacus. Vulcan was the patron deity of Ostia, the port city of Rome. Vulcan's festivals were held on May 23rd and August 23rd.

Vulcan Mulciber: "Vulcan, Smelter of Metals"

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

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