Bianca (Percy Jackson) facts for kids

Bianca di Angelo is a brave character from the popular book series Percy Jackson and the Olympians, written by Rick Riordan. She is a special kind of person called a half-blood. This means one of her parents was a powerful Greek god, and the other was a human. Bianca's father is Hades, the god who rules the Underworld.

Who is Bianca di Angelo?

Bianca di Angelo is a young girl who is introduced in the third book of the series, Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse. She and her younger brother, Nico di Angelo, are discovered by Percy Jackson and his friends. Before this, they had been living in a special school, unaware of their true heritage as children of a god.

Her Family and Powers

Bianca and Nico are both children of Hades, the Greek god of the Underworld. This makes them very rare and powerful half-bloods. Children of the "Big Three" gods (Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades) have strong abilities. However, their existence can also be dangerous due to an ancient prophecy. Bianca's mother was a mortal woman named Maria di Angelo.

Joining the Hunters of Artemis

When Bianca meets Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, she makes a big decision. She chooses to join the Hunters of Artemis. This is a group of young girls who pledge loyalty to Artemis and give up dating. In return, they become immortal and never grow older, as long as they remain Hunters. Bianca joins because she wants to find a new family and a purpose.

Her Role in The Titan's Curse

As a new Hunter, Bianca goes on a dangerous quest with Percy, Grover, Thalia, and Zoe. They are trying to rescue Artemis and Annabeth. During this adventure, Bianca proves herself to be brave and determined. She learns more about the world of gods and monsters. She also starts to understand her own strengths and weaknesses.

Her Sacrifice and Legacy

During the quest, the group faces many challenges. In one very difficult moment, Bianca makes a heroic choice. She sacrifices herself to save her friends and help them complete their mission. This happens in a junkyard filled with dangerous creations. Her sacrifice is a very sad moment for everyone, especially for her brother Nico.

Bianca's death deeply affects Nico. He blames Percy Jackson for what happened to his sister. This leads Nico down a difficult path in later books. Bianca's memory continues to influence Nico's actions and choices throughout the Percy Jackson series. Her bravery and sacrifice are remembered by those who knew her.