History & Mythology Crossword — 18 October 2026

Across

1. 1. Describing creatures from ancient stories and legends. (8)
2. 4. Nomadic lifestyle often associated with ancient cultures. (7)
3. 7. Legendary creature often depicted as a fire-breather (6)
4. 11. An ancient Greek term for a fierce serpent or dragon. (6)
5. 12. Leaders who govern nations or territories throughout history. (6)
6. 13. Volcanic rock often used in ancient construction (6)
7. 14. Cobalt blue pigment used in historical glassmaking. (6)

Down

1. 2. Weapon associated with Poseidon, god of the sea. (7)
2. 3. Privateer known for raiding rival ships in the Mediterranean (7)
3. 5. The riddle of the Sphinx in Greek mythology is one such. (7)
4. 6. Wizard who aided Frodo in his quest to destroy a ring (7)
5. 8. Ancient alphabets used by Germanic peoples in writing. (5)
6. 9. Eerie apparition often associated with the afterlife (7)
7. 10. Fierce nomadic warriors of Central Asia (7)