Who was transformed into a stag by Artemis?

The figure who was transformed into a stag by Artemis is indeed Actaeon. According to mythology, Actaeon was a skilled hunter who inadvertently stumbled upon the goddess Artemis while she was bathing. Enraged by his intrusion, Artemis turned him into a stag as punishment. Tragically, once transformed, Actaeon was pursued and killed by his own hunting dogs, who no longer recognized their master. This story emphasizes themes of respect for the divine and the consequences of violating the privacy of the gods.

Orion, the other hunter mentioned, is associated with a different myth involving his pursuit of Artemis and ultimately his death, but he was not transformed into a stag. Perseus, primarily known for slaying Medusa and his adventures involving mythical creatures, does not have a story involving transformation by Artemis. Jason, the hero famed for his quest for the Golden Fleece, similarly does not relate to a transformation by Artemis. Thus, the narrative surrounding Actaeon's transformation is unique to him and highlights the potential for divine retribution when boundaries are crossed.