Write an informative essay on a Greek mythical character. Your essay will use research to summarize the plot of the myth and explain the mythical character's cultural significance. plz help

Poseidon

Explanation:

Poseidon is the Greek god of the seas, earthquakes, storms and horses. He was known to be vengeful and always demanded retribution when insulted.

He is the son of Cronus and Rhea. In some accounts, he is recorded to have been swallowed by his father Cronus at birth but later saved, while in other accounts, he is said to have been saved by his mother Rhea. His Roman name is Neptune.

In Homer's Iliad, he supports the Greeks against the Trojans during the Trojan War.

King Odysseus of Ithaca incurred the wrath of Poseidon after he blinded his one eyed son Cyclops Polyphemus and Poseidon in great fury punished Odysseus by sending terrible storms against him, which resulted in loss of his men and his precious ships.

Poseidon was one of the most important gods in Greece, he was only second to Athena in veneration inside Athens.

Poseidon is said to wield a trident with which he uses to strike the ground and causes storms and earthquakes whenever he feels ignored by the people or offended. Sailors are known to offer sacrifice of horses to Poseidon to have a smooth voyage.