Etruscan Mythology

The mysterious pre-Roman Gods of the Etruscans...

CHALCHAS

Etruscan Divination God

Deified Diviner

Seems to have been a haruspex, or seer. They read the future in entrails, most often livers. The Etruscans were very fond of livers.

He may have made a guest appearance in the Iliad under the Greek name Calchas.

Chalchas Facts and Figures

Name: Chalchas
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: God
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Prophecy and Fortune-telling
Area of expertise: Prophecy

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 2546

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Article last revised on May 10, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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