Hermes is the central protagonist of the story, introduced as a prince born in the town of Sitia on the island of Crete. From the moment of his birth, a prophecy foretells that he will grow to become a great hero and the future king of all Greece, a destiny that immediately places him in opposition to the established powers of the land. This prophecy is delivered by a wandering old man who is visited by a golden feather, an omen that heralds Hermes's arrival into the world.

As a character, Hermes embodies the archetype of a noble and just leader, driven by a strong moral compass. His actions throughout the film demonstrate a selfless dedication to the well-being of others, even when it places him in personal danger. This is most clearly illustrated when he makes the decision to rescue Princess Aphrodite, a beautiful princess from the island of Delos who is being held prisoner in a castle in Lindos on Rhodes. Despite the warnings and misgivings of his subjects, Hermes sets out on this perilous mission, showcasing his bravery and his commitment to doing what he believes is right. His motivation is not simply to fulfill the prophecy laid out before his birth but to actively oppose the tyranny that has spread across the Greek states.

The primary antagonist of Hermes’s story is King Minos of Crete, a feared and despotic tyrant who rules through sheer military force and terror. Minos represents everything that Hermes is destined to defeat. Threatened by the prophecy of a powerful ruler emerging from the small town of Sitia, King Minos actively seeks to destroy Hermes, setting the stage for their inevitable conflict. Hermes’s role in the overarching story is to stand against this Evil Overlord, to liberate the oppressed, and to unite the fractured kingdoms of Greece. He does not simply seek power for himself; his quest is to end the suffering inflicted by Minos, who demands tributes of prisoners to work to death and extracts heavy tithes from conquered lands.

A central element of Hermes’s story is his relationship with Princess Aphrodite, which is depicted as a fated romance connected by a red string of fate. After successfully rescuing her from her imprisonment, she becomes not only his love interest but also a key figure in his personal journey. Their bond is portrayed as one that transcends a single lifetime, conceived as a reincarnation romance. Together, they face the challenges posed by King Minos, and Hermes also allies himself with the hero Theseus to confront the monstrous Minotaur, a creature born from the shame of Minos’s own household.

Throughout his journey, Hermes receives guidance and aid from divine sources. The god Ophealis, depicted as a wise, bald old man in Greek robes, presents Hermes with the Staff of Kelyukaeyon, an artifact that symbolizes his authority and aids him in his quest. This support from a higher power underscores the narrative’s theme of destiny and the struggle between good and evil. As Hermes matures from the prophesied infant into a heroic figure, he grows into his leadership, ultimately fulfilling the prophecy by defeating King Minos, ending his reign of terror, and uniting the other kingdoms of Greece. Following his victory, Hermes becomes king, a Good King who leads his country into an age of prosperity and stability, thereby completing his development from a young hero into a wise and just ruler.