In the realm of warriors safeguarding the goddess Athena, the valiant protectors go by the name Knights of the Zodiac. Among them is Seiya, a young orphan destined to embody the Pegasus Knight's valor. With Athena's rebirth amidst a grim prophecy foretelling her defeat by Poseidon and Hades, spelling mankind's doom, Seiya rises to defy fate and shield her at any expense. However, a fatal blow from a divine arrow pierces her heart, setting a race against time in motion. To rescue her, Seiya must conquer Sanctuary and vanquish twelve fabled Gold Knights within a scant twelve-hour window. Will he emerge victorious, and what repercussions await the ominous prophecy if he triumphs?