10 Greek Myths That Kaos Season 2 Could Explore, Screen Rant, Menu, Sign in, Close, Movies, Submenu, Movie Features, Movie News, Movie Reviews, Movie Lists, Movie Trailers, TV, Submenu, TV Features, TV News, TV Reviews, TV Lists, Reality TV, Submenu, Reality TV Features, Reality TV News, Reality TV Lists, Gaming, Submenu, Game Features, Game News, Game Guides, Game Reviews, Game Lists, Comics, Submenu, Comic Features, Comic News, Comic Reviews, Comic Lists, Anime, Submenu, Anime Features, Anime News, Anime Lists, Videos, Threads, More, Submenu, Lists, Interviews, Podcasts, Sign in, Newsletter, Trending, SR Exclusives, Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Star Trek, Best on Streaming, Close, 10 Greek Myths That Kaos Season 2 Could Explore, Kaos, By Dani Kessel Odom, Published 1 hour ago, Thread, Your modifications have been saved, Email has been sent, Email already dispatched, close, Please verify your email address, Send confirmation email, close, You’ve hit your account limit for followed topics, Manage Your List, Follow, Followed, Follow with Notifications, Follow, Unfollow, Share, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Reddit, Flipboard, Copy link, Email, Link copied to clipboard, Kaos, Related, 10 Best TV Shows Similar to Netflix’s Kaos, 10 Biggest Unanswered Questions & Mysteries in Netflix’s Kaos, Kaos: Eurydice, Caeneus & Ari in Greek Mythology, Sign into your ScreenRant account, Custom Image by Debanjana Chowdhury, This article contains discussions of sensitive topics, including sexual violence, murder, and incest. Spoilers for Kaos season 1 are ahead, Kaos has an abundance of intriguing Greek myths that could make for captivating storylines in season 2, enriching the reimagined universe filled with power struggles and betrayal. The Netflix series revolves around three mythological mortals – Caeneus, Riddy, and Ari – who are destined to challenge the king of the gods, Zeus. After a rollercoaster of plot twists in the first season, its finale leaves viewers hanging on a cliff just yearning for more.
While a second season has yet to be officially announced, creator Charlie Covell is optimistic about potential continuation, suggesting that Netflix is receptive to the idea. Should the show progress to another season, fresh myths must be sourced to enhance the narrative. Kaos has successfully embodied the essence of Greek mythology, emphasizing the gods’ provocative and twisted nature. Covell’s love for the source material is evident, integrating various notable and lesser-known mythological figures into the storyline. Fortuitously, there are numerous myths that would seamlessly fit into the narrative and thematic fabric already established.
As with all Greek myths, the ten cited here have multiple variations that impact the characters, stories, and outcomes. These adaptations should not be viewed as the only versions of these tales.
1. Eros Cursing Apollo and Daphne
The myth of Apollo and Daphne presents an excellent opportunity for inclusion in season 2. According to Ovid’s retelling, Apollo earned Eros/Cupid’s ire, prompting the god of love to unleash chaos. Eros struck Apollo with a love arrow, igniting a fervent infatuation for the nymph Daphne. Conversely, Daphne was hit by another arrow that incited disgust for Apollo, leading her to flee. To escape his affections, her father transformed Daphne into a laurel tree, making this myth a natural fit given Apollo’s mention in Kaos season 1, episode 2.
2. The Danaides Murdering Their Husbands
The tale of the Danaides, a storyline linked to several members of the Greek pantheon, should find its way into season 2. In mythology, Danaus’s 50 daughters were forced to marry the sons of Aegyptus with a grim directive to murder them on their wedding night. While 49 proceeded with the heinous act, Hypermestra spared her husband, Lynceus. This mythology intersects with multiple gods, including Hermes and Athena, and could work to expand upon character relations in Kaos’s universe.
3. Leto and Zeus’ Relationship
If Kaos season 2 introduces Apollo and Artemis, it would be essential to focus on the myth surrounding their mother, Leto, and Zeus. Their union was fraught with complications stemming from Hera’s jealousy, including a decree forbidding Leto from finding solid ground to give birth. Zeus ultimately resolves the situation by creating Delos, where Leto gives birth to her children. This story could add layers of tension within the relationships amongst the immortals.
4. The Rape of Medusa by Poseidon
Although Medusa is acknowledged in season 1, her backstory deserves more significant development in season 2. Traditionally viewed as a fearsome gorgon, Ovid’s rendition, which illustrates her origins as an innocent woman enamored by Poseidon, offers a compelling layer to her character. Medusa’s transformation into a monster, punished for Poseidon’s actions, aligns with the focus on female empowerment showcased in Kaos.
5. Kaos and the Birth of the Cosmos
The title Kaos alludes to a primordial entity that played a role in shaping the universe as found in Greek mythology. This figure is pivotal in the creation of the Titans, including Kronus and Rhea. Featuring Kaos as a character could add an intriguing dynamic to the existing mythology, particularly if she represents a force that even Zeus respects.
6. Medea Murdering Her Two Sons
Medea’s story is one of the most harrowing tales in mythology, revolving around themes of betrayal and vengeance. After aiding Jason, drawing her to abandon her homeland only for him to leave her, her fury culminates in a tragic act of filicide. This dark narrative aligns well with the thematic core of Kaos, highlighting the show’s inclination towards exploring distressing myths involving women.
7. Sisyphus’ Punishment by the Gods
Introducing Sisyphus could offer a parallel narrative to that of Prometheus, as both figures attempt to rebel against the divine. Sisyphus’s crafty attempts to outsmart the gods result in an eternal punishment of pushing a boulder up a hill, a punishment that echoes Prometheus’s eternal torment.
8. The Cult of the Maenads
The Maenads, followers of Dionysus, known for their wild and frenzied behaviors, could play an essential role in season 2. Their connection to Dionysus, showcased in season 1, would blend seamlessly into the ongoing rebellion against the gods and could emphasize the celebratory yet chaotic nature of worshiping the god of wine.
9. The Relationship of Aphrodite and Hephaestus
With the anticipated introduction of Aphrodite, her tumultuous relationship with Hephaestus deserves exploration. She frequently betrayed him with Ares, giving rise to a convoluted dynamic that mirrors the infidelities within the pantheon. Exploring this relationship could highlight the dysfunctional nature of divine partnerships.
10. The Romance Between Ariadne and Dionysus
Lastly, the potential romance between Dionysus and Ariadne is hinted at throughout season 1, setting the groundwork for a love story that could flourish in subsequent seasons. This relationship, filled with both love and tragedy, adds an emotional layer to the narrative, providing depth to Dionysus’s character as he grapples with the consequences of his actions.
Dani Kessel Odom invites readers to contemplate which myth resonates most, emphasizing that Kaos season 2 has the potential to delve into compelling narratives that challenge and captivate audiences.