In her vengeful desire to destroy Hercules, Hera unleashes more terrible beasts upon the kingdom of Mycanae. A young aspiring sheepherder emerges to become a hero like Hercules. However, lacking strength, he fails miserably and follows Hercules' to learn the secrets to become one. Throughout their journey, Iolas must use his cleverness and quickness to help Hercules battle many dangerous beasts. Only through this will he learn how to become a legend.