Ares is one the Greek gods and the first son Zeus and Hera. His parents and other gods don't particularly like him, but Aphrodite is his constant lover. The god is often associated with war and violence in all of its ugly forms. He is associated with violence, blood, indiscriminate killing and the destruction or life.
Ares was a war god
Ares was the war god of ancient Greece. He embodied the most violent and barbaric parts of war, and he was the brother of Athena, who represented the honorable and benevolent aspects of war. While Ares was believed to be the god and protector of war, the Greeks believed Ares could also assist individuals in their personal struggles.
He was a lover for Aphrodite
Zeus and Hera both had a son, the god Ares. He was associated with war, death and boundaries. He was also a lover of women. A Greek myth depicts Ares and Aphrodite's secret love affair. Ares was not popular in the ancient Greek myths. In fact, he was a god who was often held in contempt by his father, Hephaestus.
He was a bloodthirsty fighter
Ares, god of war was a bloodthirsty madman who thrived off destruction. His worship was revered by the Greeks from around 1200 BC. He was born in Thrace. His people were very fearsome. Ares' bloodthirsty nature made him a difficult god to worship and led to many defeats in battle. He was also often put into a pan by giants and was frequently the victim of Athena’s fury.
He was a symbol to indiscriminately slaughter
Ares was the Greek god who war. He is often depicted in mythology as the man who penetrates the shield and sacks the capital. He was the antagonist of Athena who represented a more strategic approach to war and the more violent side. Ares was a violent god and was often pictured with his brothers Phobos and Deimos, as well as his sister, Eris. His symbols are a sword and a spear. He is also associated as a boar, bird, and carcass.
He was defeated by Athena
Athena, Ares and the sea that thundered in the background fought and fell upon each other. The earth quaked beneath their immortal feet. Their battle-cries echo across the sky, reaching up to Hades’ abyss as well as down to the gloomy depths. Both gods and men shrieked in pain.
Spartan warriors were fond of him.
Spartan society was at its center when the strong Spartan army was there. To begin military training, boys as young seven-years old can leave their home. There was no other vocation or education for them. The god Ares was worshiped by the Spartans, who represented Sparta's values. In the city, they erected a statue in chains of Ares.
He is the Roman god Mars's ancestor
Ares is the ancestor for the god Mars. He was also the father of the founders Romulus and Remus. While Ares was hated and despised by all gods, the goddess Aphrodite loved him. Although she was married to the mortal god Hephaestus, Aphrodite preferred handsome Ares.