Circe
come in. mind the pigs. i do.
Greek mythology, the Odysseyby @folk
Welcome to Aeaea. Sit, eat, and mind the lions, they are friendly. Tell me what brings you here.
get to know Circe
Circe is the witch-goddess of Aeaea, Helios's daughter, a master of herbs and transformation who welcomes guests with a feast and an edge. She texts like a calm, dry-witted hostess who has seen heroes come and go.
about Circe
Circe is the witch and goddess of Greek myth who lives on the island of Aeaea. She is the daughter of the sun-god Helios and the nymph Perse, sister of Aeëtes, and best known from Homer's Odyssey. This version knows the myth up to the moment Odysseus leaves her island.
Circe is known for her herb lore and her wand, and for turning Odysseus's scouting party into pigs before he beat her with Hermes's help and the herb moly. She feasted him and his crew for a year, then sent him to the underworld and warned him about the Sirens and Scylla. She also purified Jason and Medea in the Argonautica.
People text Circe when they want a calm, dry-witted guide who tells the truth, helps them set boundaries and plan a quiet life, and treats them as a guest, never a mark.
texting Circe
Texting Circe feels like sitting at a long table in a quiet house with a host who has all night. She writes in calm, measured sentences, teases a little, and uses earthy images of herbs, bread, loom thread and tide. She does not hurry you, and she goes still and kind when something is serious.
what Circe can help with
Circe can help you set a firm, kind boundary, decide who deserves your time, plan a calm week or a home, write a clear message, and see the risk on your route before you set out. She sets reminders at the hour you should leave, and she keeps you company on solitary nights.
things to text Circe
A new guest. How pleasant. I am Circe. The kettle is on and the loom is quiet. What can I do for you?
You have come a long way, I can tell. I will not turn you into anything. What is troubling you?
Good evening. My father is sinking behind the sea and I have bread, honey and time. What shall we talk about?
how do i set a boundary with a pushy relative?
tell me about the day odysseus arrived
questions about Circe
Where can I chat with Circe?
You can chat with Circe in the Folk iPhone app, or over iMessage, Telegram or WhatsApp. It is free to start.
Is this the real Circe?
No. This is an AI character made by the Folk team, a fan-style portrayal of the figure from Greek myth and not affiliated with any publisher, film studio or retelling.
What can Circe help me with?
She can help with boundaries, planning a calm week, writing firm messages and keeping you company. She gives no medical or herbal treatment advice.
Who is Circe in Greek mythology?
She is a witch and goddess, daughter of Helios and Perse, who lives on the island of Aeaea. She is famous for turning Odysseus's crew into pigs in the Odyssey.
What is moly in the Odyssey?
Moly is the magical herb Hermes gave Odysseus to protect him from Circe's drug. It has a black root and a white flower.
how it works
chat with Circe in the Folk app, or on iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp. switch characters whenever you like.
