After two tiresome years of searching, the twelve ring bearers are finally united. When Jay Perry joins the group, the Gods talk of a quest which they must undertake. Five must fight their way around the globe to find the powerful Jewel of Barthimia, sending all mythical encounters back to Hades, back to the dreaded underworld. What might they find? Will they even return? Will Athena's descendants continue to fill their destiny as protectors of Olympus? Find out in this gripping novel, the start of a thrilling series following the twelve ring-bearers on their nail-biting quests. The prophecy has begun. The reign of the ancient Gods is coming to an end. Only twelve talented youths may take their place. These youths, are Athena's descendants.