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Creation & Design

Persephone was created based on the ancient Greek mythological figure, representing the duality of life and death.

Early Years

In early adaptations, Persephone was primarily depicted in her role as the daughter of Demeter and her abduction by Hades.

Character Development

Over time, Persephone has evolved from a passive figure in mythology to a powerful and complex character, embodying themes of empowerment and resilience.

Cultural Reception

Persephone has been well-received in various adaptations, often praised for her depth and the exploration of her dual nature.

Character Details

Real Name:
Persephone
First Appearance:
Sandman Special #1
Aliases:
Queen of the Underworld, Goddess of Spring
Species:
Goddess
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Olympian Gods, Hades
Abilities:
Plant Manipulation, Immortality, Life and Death Control
Equipment:
Pomegranate Seeds, Staff of the Underworld
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Sandman Special #1
DC ⋅ 1991
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Sandman Special #1
 
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1st appearance of Destruction aka the Prodigal, a member of the Endless

1st appearance of Orpheus, Persephone and Hades

Glow-in-the-dark cover

[October 2023 - rumors that The Sandman season 2 is looking to cast the roles of Persephone and others would generate speculation that The Song of Orpheus standalone story in this issue will be adapted]

Hunt For Wolverine: Dead Ends #1
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Hunt For Wolverine: Dead Ends #1
 
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1st appearance of Persephone, mostly as a hologram, face is unseen

Return of Wolverine #1
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Return of Wolverine #1
 
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1st full appearance of Persephone

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