1. Worldview: Age of Gods The gods of Olympus clash over love, honor, and pride, sometimes more violently than mortals. These conflicts do not always end with swords and spears; sometimes, weapons are laid down for duels fought with bare fists. Ares, Hermes, and Apollo find themselves entangled in such contests.

2. The Tanagra Incident: Ares's First Defeat

Tanagra, the daughter of the river god Asopus, captures the hearts of both Ares and Hermes with her exquisite beauty. Eventually, the two gods decide to settle the matter through boxing. From the start, Hermes fights with Tanagra positioned behind him, craftily maneuvering so she remains at the edge of Ares's vision.

While Ares holds a clear advantage in strength and durability early on, Hermes proves resilient, landing sharp counterattacks with swift movements.

As the fierce exchange continues, wounds multiply and breaths grow heavy, but the momentum gradually shifts toward Ares. Realizing he is at a disadvantage in a direct confrontation, Hermes endures, waiting for a single decisive variable.

Finally, the moment Tanagra rises after finishing her bath, Ares's gaze instinctively drifts toward her. It is a gap lasting only a fraction of a second. Hermes does not miss the opening, landing a powerful blow that leaves Ares groggy.

Before the off-balance Ares can recover his stance, Hermes pours all his remaining strength into a flurry of punches, finally knocking him down with a finishing blow. The winner is Hermes. He dramatically overturned a desperate situation where he was on the verge of being knocked out. For Ares, this bitter first defeat—having victory snatched away just as it was within his grasp—is deeply engraved in his mind.