When Rachel Smythe first conceived of Lore Olympus, she had no idea it would become one of the biggest webtoons of all time. But since its debut in 2019, Smythe’s popular digital comic has taken the web by storm—and its readers along for the ride.
Last week saw the publication of a particularly major installment of Lore Olympus: the wedding of its two main characters, Persephone and Hades. The highly-anticipated event had fans of the series buzzing with anticipation, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. The creators ensured that the ceremony was as large and lavish as the comic demanded.
It was no surprise then that Smythe was the talk of the town for days following the release of the wedding episode. But the pressure of such a momentous installment of Lore Olympus didn’t stop Smythe from releasing more of her work. In the same week, the creator followed up the wedding issue with an animation of Persephone alone in the underworld, further exploring her personal story arc and adding even more depth to her character.
Of course, she isn’t finished yet either. Smythe is already working hard on the next episode of Lore Olympus, teasing on Twitter that the readers should “get ready to experience the Underworld in a whole new way.” After seeing how extensively she’s been able to progress the characters’ arcs over the past two years, it’s clear anything is possible.
Over the short period that the web comic has been in existence, Rachel Smythe has taken a unique journey. The series’ evolution has been a thrilling ride for her and her loyal readers, and it looks like there’s plenty more to come. In the end, the creator’s vision for Lore Olympus has made it one of the most exciting works out there and one that will continue to captivate fans.
