Key Points

- Mother of Apollo and Artemis

Brief Bio

Born from the union of the Titans Coeus and Phoebe, she embodied a powerful maternal instinct, a trait that would later become her defining characteristic.  Though beautiful and captivating, Leto was not one for frivolous pursuits; her focus was on motherhood and her sacred duty to nurture.  This unwavering dedication, however, often placed her in conflict with the jealous and powerful Olympian gods, particularly Hera, who relentlessly persecuted her during her pregnancies. However, Leto was only known for her vengeful nature and the violent way in which she addressed insults.