The Curetes

The Curetes were spirits from Greek mythology.

Abode
The Curetes were gods of the mountain wilderness and were credited with inventing metalworking, shepherding, hunting, and beekeeping. They also presided over the war dance performed by young Cretans and Euboeans.

Infant Zeus
The Curetes were spirits who were appointed by Rhea or Gaea to protect Zeus in his infancy in a cave on Mount Ida. They would bang their swords on their shields to block Cronus from hearing the cries of the infant Zeus.