In the latest installment, "A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers," Percy, Annabeth, and Grover embark on a new phase of their adventurous journey. Hindered by Percy's fugitive status, they navigate on foot. Percy, embracing his role as Poseidon's son, yearns for a more active quest involvement. However, their plans take a turn when the enigmatic Ares, portrayed by Adam Copeland, appears on a motorcycle, offering assistance laced with hidden motives.

Ares, exuding his typical warrior demeanor, discloses his urgent need for the trio's help in recovering his shield left at an amusement park after an encounter with Aphrodite. Crafted by Hephaestus, Aphrodite's husband, the park becomes the focal point for the episode's primary challenge.

Within the amusement park, Percy and Annabeth navigate Hephaestus' clever traps. The pinnacle occurs at the 'Thrill Ride O' Love,' where Ares' shield is attached to a statue. Retrieving the shield entails one of them being ensnared in a golden chair, a homage to a tale of entrapment and betrayal.

Displaying his burgeoning heroism, Percy volunteers for entrapment, allowing Annabeth to secure the shield. However, Annabeth, propelled by loyalty and justice, refuses to abandon Percy. This bold defiance against the gods' cunning ways leads to a riveting confrontation with Hephaestus.

As the episode concludes, Ares, true to his untamed nature, provides the trio with transportation to Las Vegas, setting the stage for their next escapade. The episode closes with a cliffhanger, as Grover unveils his knowledge about the true thief of Zeus' master bolt, heightening anticipation for the upcoming episodes.

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