Fact Check: Iris was the messenger of the gods in mythology.

Claim: Iris was the messenger of the gods in mythology.

Verdict: Correct (75% confidence)

Explanation: According to Wikipedia, Iris is described as a messenger and servant to the Olympians, traveling on the rainbow while carrying messages (Wikipedia). The World History Encyclopedia also confirms that Iris had the prominent role of being a messenger of the gods, mainly serving Hera and Zeus (World History Encyclopedia). Theoi.com further supports this by stating that Iris was the goddess of the rainbow and the messenger of the Olympian gods, often described as the handmaiden and personal messenger...