Netflix's KAOS has been taking the internet by storm with its modern retelling of Greek mythology. It makes us look at these stories from Greek mythology with a new perspective. In the traditional narrative, Persephone is often shown as the victim of Hades. This makes her spend a part of every year in the underworld and the rest with her mother, Demeter.
KAOS flips this narrative completely by showing Persephone and Hades (played by David Thewlis) as a loving couple who are equal and share power together in the underworld. This retelling has buzzed some interesting fan theories that suggest that Persephone's real nature might be different from what we have read all along.
Disclaimer: This article contains major spoilers for KAOS. It also reflects the author's opinion. Reader discretion is advised.
Persephone might not be the Goddess you thought she was
KAOS has stirred up ‘chaos’ amongst fans with various theories circulating the internet. Some of these theories are about Persephone’s identity and her role in the hierarchy. Some fans speculate that Persephone might not be the typical Olympian goddess that we have known at all. Instead, suggestions are that she could be a primordial being.
Perhaps, she could even be the original Goddess of Death and Renewal before Hades took on that role. According to this theory, Persephone might have been a powerful figure who, rather than being kidnapped, had to join hands with the Olympians due to their overpowering influence and also because she had no other choice.
Persephone might, after all, be an outsider. In KAOS, Persephone is shown as not being fully integrated into the Olympian family. For example, Zeus is dismissive towards her. He excludes her from receiving Meander Water. However, Persephone did not seem upset about it, but rather just annoyed by Zeus’ behavior.
This hints that she might not be considered a full-fledged Goddess in their eyes and that she might not need Meander Water. Hence, fans are speculating that she could be a powerful force similar to the Fates or other primordial beings, rather than just a goddess.
Another theory is about the traditional myth of Persephone getting kidnapped by Hades and her life being divided between the underworld and the earth is a rumor spread by Hera. In KAOS, Persephone challenges the age-old myth about her. She questions why the false story of her being abducted was spread, and why she’s seen as a victim of Hades.
She also says that she is allergic to pomegranate, which means she could not have eaten it, as mentioned in the traditional myth. This tells us that Persephone in KAOS is a queen in her own right. It shows that she genuinely loves Hades and it is her choice to be with him and the underworld.
Final thoughts
Some fans are also focusing on the portrayal of Persephone in KAOS. According to her classical image, she is a vibrant and charming figure. Fans argue that in the show, she is shown as somewhat detached from her traditional associations with the season of spring and renewal. This has led to discussions about the possibility that Persephone in KAOS was meant to challenge the traditional portrayal of her beauty and charm.
These theories about Persephone in KAOS bring up intriguing possibilities. KAOS makes us wonder if she is really a Goddess, a victim of Hera’s manipulation, or an outsider within the Olympian order. Some fans are not particularly happy with the portrayal, while others find it quite refreshing.
As we wait for newer revelations, we know for certain that the role of Persephone in this modern retelling is far from the ancient narrative we thought we once knew.
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