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Lore Olympus Cosplays Rule the Underworld

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Mar 16 2022
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The WebToon comic taking Olympus by storm has some killer Persephone cosplays, too.

WebTOON is a Korean based platform that brings together social media, content creation, and the patron of the arts model that has lived for generations. These gorgeous comics are at audience fingertips, exposing them to more content than they could ever desire. Today we’re celebrating one of the brightest WebTOON stars- Lore Olympus Cosplays.

Lore Olympus Cosplay by Charley_Williams

Lore Olympus is a Romance WebTOON created by Rachel Smythe with over 998.3 million views and over 5.6 million subscribers. It tells a reimagining of the Hades and Persephone mythology, including a whole host of creative interpretations of the Olympus pantheon. The story was met by raving reviews and quickly gathered an immense fanbase.

Lore Olympus Cosplay by Sydney Sweeney

Lore Olympus revolves around the story of Persephone, daughter of Demeter and upcoming student of Biochemistry Theory at university. She takes an internship the leads her to meet Hades, and the rest is history.

Lore Olympus Cosplay by Diana the Great

The comic covers the trials and tribulations that befall this tragic couple, a journey of self discovery that is both heartbreaking and heartwarming in turns. On top of a compelling story, the art is absolutely gorgeous, and each episode of the comic is lovingly created.

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Since Lore Olympus debuted in 2018, it has become a New York Times #1 Bestseller. As the comic grew in popularity, its unique aesthetic and charming characters inspired cosplayers. Cosplays of Persephone, Hades, and the whole cadre of Olympians have popped up around the world. This week, we’re featuring a few exceptional Lore Olympus Cosplays. Check them out, and go binge the comic- it comes back for its next season this year- support your local artists!

Lore Olympus Cosplay by caoimhe

Lore Olympus Persephone Cosplay by Charley_Williams, Hades by bloo.thunder

“What you want is an excellent Queen of The Underworld, not an ‘OK’ one.”

“I need a positive navigator.”

“Mother says banks are run by greedy charlatans.”

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“Just like me, the same as me. Just like you, the same as you.”

“Being optimistic doesn’t make you naive.”

“I always assumed that falling in love would be something that would happen slowly over time… not all at once.”

Lore Olympus Cosplay Trailer Featuring Sydney Sweeney

“I love the way you treat me and I want to feel that way all the time.”

“Hades is the god of the Dead, the King of the Underworld. Did it ever cross your mind that a 50-foot-tall, scythe wielding goddess might be, you know… his flavor?”

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“Look at this girl. She’s the personification of a friggin cinnamon roll! An adorable, pink cinnamon roll.”

“Ah, sister… It is natural for a King to be curious about his Future Queen.”

Lore Olympus Cosplay by Diana the Great

“4am is a very late time to be up… or, um, early. And I wanted to know if you were alright?”

“You look sufficient.”

“And now you’re offering to help me at the drop of a dime.”

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“I don’t have anything suitable to wear with me.”

 

Lore Olympus Cosplay by caoimhe

“What’s wrong with being soft?”

“Do you get back to the mortal realm very often?”

“Do you really think I’m powerful?”

“I would pay you a salary to barge in on every single aspect of my life.”

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“I know it may seem overwhelming right now. If I were lucky enough to have somebody love me, I would try everything to make it work. You’re lucky to have that even if it hurts.”

“Being a functional adult doesn’t mean dealing with everything by yourself. It’s okay to get help.”

“Someone just admitted they have a crush and I need to get involved.”

“But I have apology donuts!”

“Little goddess, I said no.”

“Well kid, you don’t have an appointment.”

“What is she doing? I don’t get it.” 

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