Walking along the shoreline, Percy gets a surprise visit from his father Poseidon. He offers him a place alongside him in his kingdom as its second prince and he isn't quite sure at first, but with a bit of persuasion and a real chance at bonding, its an offer he just can't refuse! Features Roman campers, Merman!percy (for some bits), and *gasp* bonding between gods and demigods.

Spinel, a 13 year old mineral freak, finds herself stuck with a rock on her shoulder and a heavy burden resting upon her. She has to protect the children of the world. When she meets Pitch, he becomes her worst nightmare. She's not alone though. Spinel struggles to figure out her personal life while helping her friends through theirs. Rated T for caution. (First ever fanfiction)