Cadmus, a skilled warrior and heir to the Phoenician throne, lived just a few generations removed from his divine ancestors. From Mount Olympus, the gods watched and meddled in mortal affairs. Despite his prowess, Cadmus made a critical mistake: he killed Ares’ sacred serpent. This act brought down the wrath and retribution of the gods, sealing his tragic fate. Discover the story of Cadmus and the powerful consequences of his actions in this video from Ted Ed.