Character Relationship Map: Atlantis

Characters

• Hercules (played by Mark Addy) — protagonist

  An ex-prize fighter and hopeless romantic who spends his time in taverns drinking and gambling. He initially gives Jason shelter from the authorities and joins him on mythological adventures.

• Jason (played by Jack Donnelly) — protagonist

  The protagonist who pilots a one-man submarine to investigate a deep sea disturbance linked to his father's disappearance. After being pulled into a white light, he awakens in Atlantis, allies with lo...

• Pasiphae (played by Sarah Parish) — supporting

  The power-hungry wife of King Minos who actively seeks the throne for herself and serves as a primary antagonist.

• Medusa (played by Jemima Rooper) — minor

  A palace maid who initially works within the royal court but eventually becomes an ally and friend to Jason.

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Jason → Pasiphae (Protagonist and Primary Antagonist) — Their opposition forms a central protagonist-antagonist dynamic.

  "Jason is identified as the protagonist, while Pasiphae is identified as a primary antagonist who seeks power; Season 2 describes their conflict over...

• Jason → Medusa (Ally and Friend) — Medusa's initial connection to Jason is dangerous and uncertain but later becomes supportive.

  "The heroes become entangled with Medusa in the rites of Dionysus, and Medusa eventually becomes an ally and friend to Jason."

• Hercules → Jason (Friendship) — Their companionship is grounded in trust, shelter, and shared danger.

  "Hercules gives Jason shelter and joins him on adventures, establishing an ongoing personal bond."

Story Analysis

A young man's journey to a mythical kingdom where he discovers his destiny

Plot Progression

1. The Mysterious Disappearance — Jason investigates his father's disappearance and is transported to the mythical kingdom of Atlantis.
2. Survival in a Strange Land — Jason must adapt to life in Atlantis while forming alliances with Hercules and Pythagoras.
3. Alliances and Enemies — The trio encounters various myths while forming key relationships with Ariadne and Medusa.
4. The Quest for Truth — Jason learns of his destiny through the Oracle while Pasiphae schemes for power.
5. Confronting Destiny — Jason embraces his destiny and confronts Pasiphae in a final battle for Atlantis.