Oceannymphs

Oceannymphs, also known as Nereids, are a class of mythological beings who inhabit the seas in ancient Greek mythology. They are depicted as beautiful female spirits of the ocean, often associated with the bounty and power of the waters. Oceannymphs are typically described as the daughters of Nereus, a primordial sea god, and Doris, a daughter of Oceanus. Their number is traditionally given as fifty, though this figure can vary in different accounts.

These sea spirits are often portrayed as benevolent beings, assisting sailors and fishermen, and offering aid to those in distress at sea. They are also known to possess prophetic abilities and can guide mortals who seek their wisdom. In art and literature, oceannymphs are frequently depicted as graceful figures, sometimes riding dolphins or seahorses, and adorned with pearls and shells. Their association with the sea extends to their role in the lives of various sea deities, with whom they are often companions or attendants. While generally seen as benevolent, oceannymphs could also be angered, capable of stirring up storms or causing shipwrecks if offended. Their realm is the vast expanse of the ocean, from its sunlit surface to its mysterious depths.