Orcus was a god of the underworld, punisher of broken oaths in Etruscan and Roman mythology. As with Hades, the name of the god was also used for the underworld itself.

Orcus, also known as Tenebrous [4] [7] [23] was a demon prince and purported primordial [24] that served as master of the undead from the depths of the Abyss. [11] [25] Returned from undeath but …

Orcus is the Demon Prince of Undeath, known as the Blood Lord. He takes some pleasure in the sufferings of the living, but far prefers the company and service of the undead.

Aug 29, 2015 · Although Orcus has not yet been officially categorized as a dwarf planet by the IAU, many astronomers agree that it meets all the requirements and will be in the future.

Feb 8, 2024 · Due to the gradual disuse of this deity, in Roman mythology, the figure of Orcus is often identified, confused, or associated with that of other deities, mainly Dis and Pluto. ... In the late …

Dec 16, 2024 · Orcus is a multifaceted figure in Roman mythology, embodying the themes of death, punishment, and moral accountability. His origins, representations in literature, and worship practices …

Orcus is a trans-Neptunian plutino dwarf planet located in the Kuiper belt with a large moon, Vanth. It is similar to Pluto in several respects and is seen as the "anti-Pluto" as it is also in an orbital resonance …

Explore Orcus, a distant trans-Neptunian object and dwarf planet candidate. Discover its orbit, moon Vanth, and insights into the Kuiper Belt's mysteries.

May 17, 2023 · Orcus is notable for having a large moon, Vanth, and for being one of the largest known objects in the Kuiper Belt. Who discovered Orcus? Orcus was discovered on February 17, 2004, by a …

Orcus is generally accepted by astronomers as a dwarf planet, although there is some doubt. The surface of Orcus is relatively bright with albedo reaching 23 percent, neutral in color and rich in water …