The Heroes of Olympus: The Mark of Athena

Main Characters and Their Development

• Percy Jackson - the son of Poseidon, who continues to grow as a leader and hero. In this book, he faces new challenges and strengthens his relationship with Annabeth.
• Annabeth Chase - the daughter of Athena, who plays a key role in this book. She embarks on the quest for the Mark of Athena, which requires courage and the ability to make difficult decisions. Her relationship with Percy also deepens.
• Jason Grace - the son of Jupiter, who struggles with internal conflicts and tries to balance his duties with his personal life. He continues to develop as a leader.
• Piper McLean - the daughter of Aphrodite, who learns to use her abilities and confidently stand by her beliefs. Her relationship with Jason becomes more mature.
• Leo Valdez - the son of Hephaestus, who deals with feelings of loneliness and guilt. He finds his place in the team and plays a crucial role in their mission.
• Frank Zhang - the son of Mars, who continues to grow as a warrior and leader. He learns to accept his weaknesses and use his strengths.
• Hazel Levesque - the daughter of Pluto, who battles with ghosts from her past and learns to accept herself. She becomes more confident in her abilities.