Nergal

Nergal is an ancient Mesopotamian god associated with war, plague, and the underworld. Originating from Sumerian and Akkadian cultures, he was regarded as a powerful deity overseeing death and destruction, often linked to the city of Cuthah. Nergal also represented fierce aspects of nature and was invoked for protection and strength. His imagery often includes weapons and symbols of death, reflecting his role as a god of both destruction and the afterlife. In myth, he is sometimes portrayed as a warrior figure who rules over the domain of the dead, emphasizing his importance in Mesopotamian spirituality and society.