Hephaestus, artisan and metal-worker of the gods, is at the verge of introducing to humanity a game-changing invention that will alter the course of civilization forever. He is determined to improve the lot of mankind, but his gift to humanity is likely to bring on the wrath of Zeus. Although terrified of punishment, Hephaestus plods gallantly-and secretly-forward. Unfortunately, his wife Aphrodite throws a wrench into his good works by first spying on, then informing against, her crippled but brilliant husband. Discovered by Zeus, Hephaestus is meted out a punishment both novel and completely unexpected.