Chthonian deities

Chthonian deities are gods associated with the earth, the underground, and the mysterious, often representing the primal, hidden, or destructive aspects of nature. The term "Chthonic" derives from Greek, meaning "earth" or "ground," and such deities typically symbolize forces beneath the surface, like soil, death, or the underworld. They are contrasted with gods of the sky or above-ground realms. Examples include Hades from Greek mythology and Pluto from Roman myths. These gods often embody death, fertility through underground sources, or the foundational aspects of the earth's power, reflecting humanity’s connection to what lies beneath our visible world.