Percy obtains magical pearls and gets past Cerberus, finding Hades' realm.
The trio battles Medusa and receives assistance from a water spirit. Percy obtains magical pearls and gets past Cerberus,
Hades reveals the bolt was planted in Percy’s backpack; Percy defeats Ares to recover the Helm of Darkness. Part 5: Olympus and the Aftermath (Chapters 21-22) The Lightning Thief Chapters One–Three Summary & Analysis escapes the Lotus Casino
The group is tricked by Ares, escapes the Lotus Casino, and continues to the Underworld. Part 4: Into the Underworld (Chapters 17-20) discovers his water-based powers
Percy learns Chiron is his trainer, discovers his water-based powers, and makes friends like Annabeth.