Hector Laskaris grew up with a single mom who would not reveal much to him about his father. She seemed to think highly of Hector's father, but would only give vague answers to the questions that Hector posed to her.
When Hector turned 16, he was walking home from his school when a strange cog came rolling in. The fog was bizarre and Hector began to rush forward to try and get home. As he did he almost ran straight into a large man who was suddenly in front of him in a light colored suit. Hector was sure that no one had been standing there before the fog rolled in, so he started backing up. The figure held up his hands and told Hector to stop. He then explained to Hector that he was his father and his name was Zeus.
It took a while for Hector to believe that the man was his father and also a mythical figure. The two spent what seemed like hours talking in the foggy streets. At the end, Zeus told Hector that it was time to give him his present. He told Hector to call on his name while wanting the Gift. When Hector did, a bolt of lightning struck him and his physical form erupted into a body made of pure energy. As Hector looked down at himself the fog melted away and his father was gone.
Since that time, Hector has been flying around learning about his abilities and preparing to become a hero like his legendary half-brothers.