Tree-hugging Erato, spirit of the Eastern Ithmia, lingered near the cairn stones outside the village of Eleusis, with the creatures of the forest as her company. Visitors departing the Garden of the Dryads were often greeted by the presence of this peaceful forest spirit. When Gaia returned, she discharged her from the guardianship of Eastern Ithmia, allowing the spirit to deliquesce and become whole with Nature once more.