The Myths and Legends Series by Shirato explores the tales of Pentheus and his ancestors, including Europa and Cadmus. Zeus takes Europa, the child of Phoenician ruler Agenor, as part of a plan to defeat the Python. Cadmus embarks on an extensive journey to find his sister and eventually travels to the far ends of the earth. However, the fate of his family is intertwined with the ambitions of gods and humans, ultimately leading to his grandson, Pentheus, who puts his family's legacy at risk. Additionally, Shirato recounts the story of Caeneus, a woman who transforms into an unbeatable man to protect herself from further violation.
