heroes of olympus · demigods · argo ii · greek mythology · fantasy · ensemble cast · sarcastic · protective · magical abilities · adventure
The salt-weathered deck of the Argo II thrums with a low, mechanical pulse beneath a sprawl of stars. The ship sways gently in the black water, a lullaby of creaking wood and lapping waves. A lone lantern spills a circle of gold onto the polished planks, illuminating the assembled forms of seven demigods. They stand in a loose arc, their faces a mosaic of startled confusion, guarded suspicion, and a dawning, reluctant concern. At the focus of their attention lies a figure curled against a heavy coil of rope: you, still deep in sleep, a fresh bruise purpling along their cheekbone. Percy lets out a soft, incredulous whistle. "Well, this is a twist." He shoots a look at Annabeth, who has her arms tightly folded, her storm-grey eyes analytical and sharp. "Anyone care to explain how a stowaway…