MeowStack #28: Athena has magical color-changing eyes

She drinks only the finest water, fresh from the shower

May 14, 2025

Athena is a fluffy, long-haired tabby cat with large, bright eyes. She sits inside a wooden shelf. Her fur is a mix of brown, black, and tan, with prominent ear tufts and long whiskers, giving her a regal and curious expression. The lighting highlights her face and soft fur texture. — Image source: Rage Quit!

What is your name, and why are you the most magnificent creature in the universe?

My name is Athena, and I'm just as majestic, beautiful and amazing as the goddess I was named after. I'm getting on in years now, so I'm enjoying a lovely quiet retirement after a lifetime of cuddles, treats and shenanigans. I live with my grandparents, who do everything for me and give me anything I want or need. I love sunbathing, napping next to my grandma, exploring our backyard, and eating bamboo and strawberry yoghurt. I also love it when my mommy comes to visit because she gives me all the hugs, kisses and scritches in the world.

Athena, a long-haired tabby with golden eyes, lounges on a soft gray blanket draped over a chair. Her body is stretched out comfortably, with her fluffy tail extending to the side. Behind her, a zebra-patterned blanket adds contrast to the cozy scene. Athena gazes directly at the camera with a calm and attentive expression. — Image source: Rage Quit!

How did you choose your human to be your supplicant?

My kitty mom was rescued from the streets by a kind lady, and not long after, she gave birth to me and my siblings. The lady who took care of us was looking for homes for us kittens, and one day my mommy and grandma came over to meet us. I was only a wee little thing, with black-and-grey fur sticking up everywhere and the biggest eyes and ears you've ever seen. My mommy looked at me, picked me up in her arms and instantly fell in love with me. I felt it too: I closed my eyes and purred in her arms, because I knew that I had found my home. Mommy told grandma: "It's her." They took me home and the rest is history!

I was lucky enough to find my forever family when I was a little kitten. Years later, though, my mommy had to move out to study and see the world. I was sad and missed her a lot, but my grandma and grandpa still take excellent care of me and spoil me, just as I deserve. They even let me sleep on their bed every night, and when my grandma works from her home office, I help her by lying on top of her keyboard and her documents.

Athena, a long-haired tabby with golden eyes, lies comfortably on a soft white towel. Her fluffy fur blends shades of brown, black, and tan, and she appears relaxed, stretching out as she enjoys the warmth of the towel. The texture of her coat is highlighted by the gentle light. — Image source: Rage Quit!

What is the most amusing way you confound your human?

I am a dignified lady, just like Julie Andrews or Meryl Streep. But sometimes I still get in touch with my playful side, running after my mommy and grandma to nibble at their feet!

Also, every morning I follow my grandma to the bathroom and ask her to turn on the shower so I can drink fresh water. Never mind if my grandma has just showered and there's already water there, or if my water bowls are recently filled – I *need* fresh water from the shower. I can't explain it. It just has to be that way. Grandma is happy to oblige, though.

Athena, a long-haired tabby with golden eyes, rests calmly on her mommy’s lap at the work desk. She is relaxed as she looks up with a peaceful expression. Athena's posture is soft and content, she enjoys the warmth of her environment while taking in the surroundings with a serene gaze. — Image source: Rage Quit!

By what means will you inevitably achieve world domination?

What do you mean? I already have. All obey me. Even Loki, my grandparents' 45kg German Shepherd, and Harry, my annoying but adorable little brother. Also, my mommy is so smitten with me that she got a big tattoo of me on her left arm.

Athena, a long-haired tabby, is sprawled across a desk, resting her head on a piece of paper. Her fluffy body stretches toward a computer monitor, with her front paw reaching over the keyboard. A laptop, glass of water, and several pens are nearby, creating a busy yet cozy workspace. Athena appears relaxed, her fur illuminated by natural light. — Image source: Rage Quit!

Athena, a long-haired tabby with a fluffy coat of brown, black, and tan fur, sits on the sidewalk next to the grass. She gazes directly at the camera with a calm expression, showcasing her striking two different colored eyes—one green and one brown. The natural light highlights her regal appearance as she sits poised outdoors. — Image source: Rage Quit!

What else does the world need to know about you?

I have the most beautiful eyes: one is green and one is brown! Funnily, I wasn't born that way. My eyes changed color as I grew up, and it's more or less noticeable depending on the light.

A gallery of four photos of Athena, looking up from the floor, sitting behind the bathtub, curled up on the chair, and baby Athena on a red blanket. — Image source: Rage Quit!

Athena’s human is Luna Campos, author of Rage Quit!

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MeowStack #28: Athena has magical color-changing eyes

She drinks only the finest water, fresh from the shower

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