- Athena is the goddess of defensive war and wisdom in Greek mythology, commonly depicted holding the aegis shown in this card's artwork.
- "Athena" bears a striking resemblance to the Saint Seiya character Saori Kido, who is the reincarnation of goddess Athena.
- This card's second effect is a variation of the Manga version of "Valhalla, Hall of the Fallen"'s ability to Special Summon Fairy-type monster from the Graveyard.