The famous warrior Xena and her faithful friend Gabrielle arrived in Athens to watch the girls' running competition. Gabrielle has an idol - the fearless and fleet-footed hunter Atalanta, and she dreams of seeing her in competitions. But the competition was overshadowed by the kidnapping of six young runners, including the king’s blind daughter Nausicaa and her faithful friend Mitradia. Atalanta is the first to rush in search of the kidnappers. Xena and Gabrielle and their singer friend Homer follow. A surprise awaits them - the girls fell into the clutches of the almighty Sphinx. Who is strong enough to challenge him?