Ares the God of War, was the most recurring villain character on Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Xena: Warrior Princess and Young Hercules. He was the Greek god of war and violence, who had a strong rivalry with his half-brother Hercules, as well as a love-hate relationship with Xena. He also takes quite a shine to Gabrielle, trying to seduce her away from her travels with Xena and tempt her to become his new protege. The two become good friends after he resurrects her in "Motherhood". Ares was played by Kevin Smith.