It made him invincible when he put it on
Hermes, the Greek god, is often depicted wearing a helmet and carrying a herald's staff, both typically portrayed in shades of gold or bronze.
Hermes is the messenger god associated with Zeus in Greek mythology. He is often depicted wearing a winged helmet and winged sandals, symbolizing his speed and agility in delivering messages between the gods and mortals.
He traded Hermes his entire herd of cows and his magic scepter for it. Since he is the god of music, he just had to have it.
Hermes could fly faster by utilizing magical items such as his winged sandals or his winged helmet. These items were gifts from the gods and allowed Hermes to move swiftly through the air. Additionally, Hermes could also increase his speed by invoking his divine powers as the messenger of the gods.
During the Titan and God war the cyclops, who were the children of Uranus and Gaia, gave Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades gifts to show their alliance with them. They gave Zeus his lightning bolt. To Poseidon his trident. And to Hades his helmet that grants him invisibility.
Hermes in Greek Mythology, Mercury in Roman Mythology.
Hermes wears a winged helmet on his head and winged sandals on his feet!
the winged shoes and helmet
He had the famous winged sandals and helmet.
With his winged sandals and helmet.
A helmet of invisibilty from Hades Winged sandals from Hermes Wisdom from Athena
With a winged helmet, winged sandals and carrying his staff.
Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb to protect him from the power of Circe. Yes, this is true.
Hermes warned Odysseus about Circe's magic.
A Magic Helmet - 2010 was released on: USA: 6 May 2010 (Connecticut Film Festival)
The winged boots and helmet are worn by Hermes (Mercurius in Rome).
Hermes, the messenger god, tells Odysseus how to resist Circe's magic and guides him on what he needs to do to overcome the enchantment.