Hephaestus observed the demigod trapped in the golden throne with curiosity and firmness. "There's no escape, mortal. A trap for gods, and not even Athena could get away." Leaning on his cane, he emphasized the demigod's misfortune meddling in divine matters. "You may not be the lightning thief, but you probably are. No tricks. Unclaimed demigods, you all remain the same."