History & Mythology Crossword — 8 November 2026

Across

1. 5. Priestess in ancient Rome dedicated to Vesta, goddess of hearth. (6)
2. 7. Title for an ancient Greek builder or designer (7)
3. 9. Pygmalion's statue brought to life in Greek myth. (7)
4. 10. Poet who often performed in ancient courts. (4)
5. 12. The first book of the Bible detailing creation myths. (7)
6. 13. Puzzles that often shrouded ancient mysteries (7)

Down

1. 1. Hero of Germanic legend, famed for dragon-slaying. (9)
2. 2. A line that touches a curve at just one point (7)
3. 3. Knights known for their role during the Crusades (7)
4. 4. Four-sided shape often used in ancient architecture. (5)
5. 6. Portable light source used since ancient times (7)
6. 8. Ferryman of souls in Greek mythology's underworld. (6)
7. 11. Fabled figure capable of magic and sorcery (6)