La hija del aire is a mythological story about Semiramis, Queen of Assyria and founder of Babylon, a seductive woman and a warrior, born from violence (her father had raped his mother, who died in childbirth). The king of Lydia accuses Semiramis of foul play, and following the incident the King of Lydia and Semiramis declare war. She loses her power, but returns later to reclaim the throne under disguise.