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Lore Olympus (Webtoon)

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Lore Olympus is a popular digital webcomic created by New Zealand artist Rachel Smythe, published exclusively on the Webtoon platform beginning in 2018. The series offers a modernized, character-driven retelling of the Greek myth of Hades and Persephone, using a vividly stylized, color-coded artistic approach to explore their evolving relationship. It features contemporary elements applied to ancient deities, tackling mature themes within an urban fantasy framework. The comic's accessibility has made it a massive success, earning it a Harvey Award and an Eisner Award.

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Where can I read Lore Olympus?

Lore Olympus was published digitally on WEBTOON, where Rachel Smythe’s series began in 2018. It is formatted as a scrolling webcomic rather than a traditional page-by-page comic.

What is Lore Olympus about?

It is a modern urban-fantasy retelling of the Greek myth of Hades and Persephone. The story follows Persephone’s move into the world of the gods and her complicated relationship with Hades.

Who created Lore Olympus?

Lore Olympus was created by New Zealand artist Rachel Smythe. Smythe writes and illustrates the series, including its distinctive bright colors and stylized character designs.

Is Lore Olympus based on the original Hades and Persephone myth?

Yes, but it expands the myth into a contemporary character drama involving Olympus, the Underworld, romance, trauma, and power. Characters such as Hera, Zeus, Apollo, Artemis, and Aphrodite also receive modernized storylines.

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