Young orphan Seiya is introduced to the world of Athena and the Knights of the Zodiac. After training to become the Pegasus Knight, Seiya is sent to a tournament known as the Galaxian Wars where he battles and befriends his fellow Bronze Knights. But their actions have drawn the attention of both Sanctuary, the ancient organization who governs all Knights, and Vander Guraad, who means to use armies and weapons to stop the gods. To fulfill his destiny, Seiya must find a way to protect Athena from those who would do her harm.