Gods'School 5 - Aphrodite and Hephaestus

[@GodsSchool]

New episode coming out on December 7!! And this episode is called .... "Hades and Minthe" 🌱

[@弗雷德里克蕭邦]

wowow thats the day after a concert im participating in aidjdosjs

[@constancaferreira7212]

YES! Thank you so much!!!!😆🤪 Uhm... sorry got too excited😅

[@MegaChakram]

Can't wait to see it, keep up the great work I love this show 😊

[@ily.venti.]

i cant wait! I thought hades and peresphone was supposed to be together tho lol!

[@v1ksar1ya]

Ждем ))

[@yuta__oGOATsu]

Hephaestus captures all the pain of being an Artist of any kind "This one is gonna be so cool but..... ITS NOT FINISHED YET"

[@jamesmayle3787]

Please, everyone, it is more important than you can imagine. Please, trust me. The Bible is all true. There are very important secret things inside it, those things cannot be learned by someone who does not genuinely break down. God has minimum effort marks you’re not hitting. Please read at least three books of the Bible and as you do practice forgiveness. Start with your parents. They’re easiest, and starting their will make more possible. Please, you must listen to me. I know how this sounds, and you’re not getting the urgency I’m trying to transmit. Please, immediately, as quickly as possible, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Please do these things. It is for your best interest. Please, trust me for a couple hours of your life. Do these things and see what I’m talking about. You must look personally to see the truth. Please, I am begging. Please.

[@katep4656]

😂

[@Metzli]

That's so me with literally everything I attempt to do xD

[@detectivedrew_26]

Me and all my attempts at writing

[@Monie71793]

💯😩😩🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mitchellhasto3003]

It’s interesting to see this take on their relationship but I’m honestly just happy to see a kind and passionate Hephaestus. Understandably many renditions show him as a tired and unhappy workhorse of a character but I really enjoy the idea that he’s genuinely happy and enthusiastic making things for other people.

[@catherine.marial]

Hephaestus in greek mythology loved his craft

[@roseelaine136]

He is.🫶

[@ganymede8257]

.... well he was sort of a creep in mythology and did treat Aphrodite badly, whereas Ares was the one who actually loved her (and was loved back by her) Honestly the biggest problem here is Aphrodite's depiction. She isn't some innocent, shy girl, no Aphrodite is confident, she knows her value, she wouldn't run away crying. She'd make her suitor shed the tears instead

[@catherine.marial]

@@ganymede8257 When did Hephaestus mistreat Aphrodite? Never, he just reproached her for cheating on him. Also this is a series for children, ofc they aren’t going to portray Aphrodite the way she is in the mythos

[@ganymede8257]

@@catherine.marial Hephaustus practically forced her into marrying him in most versions, he was very well aware that Aphrodite did not love him. He literally locked Hera up on a golden throne and demanded she marry him to Aphrodite. In the mythos, they were NEVER in love. Hephaustus was lustful for her, and Aphrodite just wanted out. The chain incident itself shows Hephaustus doesn't respect her as he'd gathered all the gods to humiliate Aphrodite

[@tomsparrow1823]

This is actually the only take on Aphrodite and Hephaestus I ever want from now on

[@GodsSchool]

😄

[@christineking2855]

Me too. Hephaestus is better for Aphrodite than Ares ever is.

[@shanicehaugen8607]

Goddess of love and a god that makes beautiful things, it’s so fitting

[@Savagewolver]

@@christineking2855 More like he’s too good for her. Aphrodite sucks.

[@riversun2531]

Ditto!

[@TheMewtata]

I appreciate that the argument in the beginning wasn’t totally one-sided. It felt like they both legitimately had their feelings hurt, and were lashing out.

[@jmwilliamsart]

They probably just weren’t right for each other. Whereas Aphrodite and Hephaestus seem to bring out the best in each other.

[@shadowsensei9040]

And Aphrodite can make Eres love story a Hell. French : Athrodite peut contrôler les émotions amoureux de tout le monde.

[@natek4488]

Nobody's perfect.

[@theirishviking9278]

@@shadowsensei9040 why did French : Athrodite peut contrôler les émotions amoureux de tout le monde translate to English: Athrodite can control everyone's romantic emotions you would think it would leave the word French alone

[@lelegus7732]

3:08 Funny reference. For those who don't know this net was used by Hephaestus to catch Aphrodite cheating on him with Ares.

[@Creppycookies]

Damn she cheated?

[@galaxyskeleton]

@@Creppycookies Greek Mythology is much different 😅

[@thiagohayashi9936]

@@Creppycookies Well, she is legally married with Hephaestus (an agreement made among the gods for the freedom of Hera, another story). But she never stopped her affair with Ares. What seems to be the kind of thing the entire Olympus knew, just never commented. So, when Hephaestus knew or had enough of this, he bind both the invisible net and showed them to all Olympus for shaming... Not sure if it was effective, though.

[@Creppycookies]

@@thiagohayashi9936 oh damn, that's messed up 😳

[@lelegus7732]

@@Creppycookies Welcome to Greek Mythology. Almost everything is messed up.

[@magickalmason]

Hephaestus is so cute, and I'm so happy to see him with a cane :') I feel like a lot of people forget he's disabled. I use a cane and it makes me feel seen

[@ahri9255]

I love when something helps make it possible for visibility. As I am disabled myself (visually impaired) I love when other people feel seen and included.

[@joshuaking1525]

he is also ugly, poor fella

[@Sundrop_Jellypop]

@@ahri9255 Same😊

[@PETER_MORAES_CAMARADA]

is really beautiful... until he is betrayed and humiliated by the person he swore to love and be faithful to (I love stories where the most "pretty" person is the most horrible inside, where it really matters)

[@sayba6766]

yay

[@thedukeofchutney468]

Hephaestus here: "Everyone has a talent, Aphrodite" The Real Heaphestus: "Where's is my HOOR wife?!"

[@phirerising]

LMAO I LOVE THIS

[@Noobmasterdp]

Was that in god of war?

[@thedukeofchutney468]

@@Noobmasterdp It’s always sunny

[@starryeyeddreamer22]

HOOR wife was not something I expected to read in the morning.

[@Zironeful]

Well, she slept around. Before and while they were married. And he obviously didn't consent to it and actively hated it. And tried to stop her from just sleeping with other people while they were supposed to be wife and husband. Kinda justified, calling his wife a whore... though slut would be better, since whore (prostitute) is just another profession which we should respect (as long as everyone involved is happy with it).

[@avalasialove]

As someone who’s dabbled in Greek mythology, I’m usually more fond of the idea of Aphrodite and Ares being together. After all, Ares was actually pretty tame compared to some of the other gods and Aphrodite’s marriage to Hephaestus wasn’t exactly her idea. *However* I can make an exception in this case. Why? Because these two have adorable chemistry and they spark with passion!

[@Viyan51]

Fr like I wished the actual story was like this but I kinda do like her and ares relationship in the myths

[@K-newborn]

when will she date a black man

[@HelloThere-mo1zz]

​@@K-newborn there were a black men in Greece?

[@shadowsensei9040]

​@@HelloThere-mo1zzit's joke.

[@shadowsensei9040]

As Aphrodite Are Love God. Just, she are the Love.

[@Spuuky]

I’m the voice of Hephaestus! Thank you so much for your support everyone ❤️ 🔥

[@fathimaplayz6219]

You did a great job👏

[@christinadrawz9470]

Your fantastic

[@perlaosmenaj6585]

You have done such a great job!!

[@Madmedic125]

Amazing job

[@ticinha8325]

You're sooo cute!!! Your voice is amazing and get life to Hephaestus!! ❤

[@em5522]

I really appreciate how there's clear implications that while both Ares and Aphrodite do/did like each other, they both contributed to the problems of their relationship, rather than just Ares being a one-sided jerk (bc _that_ tends to go hand-in-hand with Aphrodite being shallow as she's only with him for his looks 😒). So, this portrayal is so refreshing and, I think, gives the characters a lot more depth.

[@ghsty9389]

Aphrodite and ares did actually love each other in Greek mythology. Aphrodite did not just love ares for his looks, she loved him more than just that, and Ares isn’t a terrible person to Aphrodite in the myths either, ares was the only true person that Aphrodite truely loved, and this is very meaningful because Aphrodite is literally the god of love. Along side that Ares is literally the ONLY male god who has not raped someone. And was also considered the father of the Amazon’s.

[@lsdstrawberry6260]

@@ghsty9389 But this is high school so shallow and drama is like literally what u get.

[@ghsty9389]

@@lsdstrawberry6260 oh I thought that they were talking about actual Greek mythology, sorry 😓

[@Zarastro54]

@@ghsty9389 Ironic considering he's the god of war.

[@moondrip2163]

@@ghsty9389 For a god reputable for being a jackass, you gotta give him props for respecting women.

[@Senddroods529]

I hope this gets picked up by a huge animation studio. It’s on the same level of animation of monster high or even the Tangled series. I like how it’s directed in a sense that it’s young school gods but not school drama focused. It has a little something that makes it refreshing and unique.

[@eribelle753]

Same. Hopefully someone picks it up, though Tangled was always picked up since it was Disney from the start. This reminds me of Hazbin Hotel/Helluva Boss though...but way more marketable to all ages xD

[@sunflowerfields1822]

It REALLY reminds me of Ever After High! The quality is on paur if not better then EAH, even though a small studio is working on it

[@boring.3486]

Me too. I want the doll collection. I already know I'm gonna be broke buuut it's worth it!

[@boring.3486]

@@sunflowerfields1822 that's what I thought! Or Monster High.

[@harleyquinn5774]

I would say the animation is better than both. ❤️

[@icemagiciangh]

Hephaestus is every artist ever- “You know. Not quite finished yet…”

[@furionmax7824]

I like how he was introduced leaning on a cane. When Hephaestus was born, his mother found him ugly and tossed him off a cliff. When he landed on his feet the impact broke both of his legs and they healed in an irregular way. Sometimes he's depicted with bent or crooked legs, metal legs that serve as prosthetics he made himself, or no legs at all. Also fun fact: his daughters name is Pandora. If the name sounds family. You may also know what she's known for. Opening the box that was made to contain all the evil and wickedness in the world. Hence the phrase: we've opened Pandora's Box.

[@agatarak6075]

Wasn't it Zeus that tossed him off a cliff?

[@Abi-dl1fu]

@@agatarak6075 maybe in another version of the myth, but in the most popular version Hera was the one to do it. He did force Aphrodite and Hephaestus to marry so Aphrodite would stop seducing others

[@theirishviking9278]

or if you want the more classical or proper translation Pandora's Urn

[@catherine.marial]

Nope, Pandora was created by all the gods- She has no father

[@theirishviking9278]

@@catherine.marial nope she was made by Hephaestus on the orders of Zeus The Gods blessed him with gifts AFTER she was made Of which the Jar was one of the gifts

[@maggiesheartlove2734]

I think its very telling how Aphrodite has her mascara ruined all throughout, and Hephestus still manages to make her smile. It shows that he sees past her beauty. Nice touch.

[@yasmeenahmed148]

Well I don't think a little bit of smudged mascara ruins het beauty

[@lunaticminka5538]

Girls get hotter when they been crying.

[@poixses_]

her smudged mascara change nothing lmao what .

[@PETER_MORAES_CAMARADA]

I don't know where people got what makeup makes a woman's beauty, BECAUSE APHRODITE IS THE GODDESS OF BEAUTY PERSONIFIED. She might even look like Harlequin in makeup that looks pretty 😐

[@Veretaa]

I love all the little details omg like his invisible net! When Ares said “you always do” when they last spoke, the expression made me go wow! I love this series so much!

[@jasminkrieger8228]

They have children to gether even if she married hephiastos do hes indeed correct

[@a.g.m9078]

I like that they both seem at fault in that fight, seems like she really does run to Ares when she doesnt have anyone else, and this would hurt anyone, to be the person you like last choice, and he lashes out, which only furthers the problem, but of them cant communicate without picking at the other person

[@MoltenUprisingMK]

At least Ares looked remorseful when Aphrodite ran off. And he wasn't wrong about Aphrodite craving attention. The only difference is she is desperate to be loved. And I'm glad that Hephaestus is nice to Aphrodite and tries to help her. If only he could muster the courage to confess his feelings.

[@natek4488]

Judging by the end, it didn't look like he had to 😎

[@fishcook8849]

​@@natek4488 what you mean.

[@JesusisPalestinian-q2m]

Aphrodite is the best drama queen of Greek mythology

[@ifloridawarriorcatfan9918]

Fun Fact: Ares and Aphrodite have children together such as Phobos (Fear), Deimos (Terror), Harmonia (Harmony), Anteros (Requited Love), in some sources Eros (God of Love aka Cupid), and Adrestia (Revolt)

[@jasminkrieger8228]

Yes hephiastos find someoneelse who love him infact he had a son lets say he tried with Athena it failed and Gaia birthed his son but Athena and her well fought over motherhood

[@jasminkrieger8228]

Search Athenas son story

[@jasminkrieger8228]

Hephiastos is the father

[@jasminkrieger8228]

Fun fact she had two daughters with posidion aswell

[@mixusup]

I thought eros was her "companion" not her kid Mind you its greek mythology no reason it cant be both -_-

[@WlngDlngBat]

Ha! Aphrodite catching her foot on the chains was a nice touch. For context, after Aphrodite and Hephaestus ‘married’, Ares and Aphrodite had an affair. Hephaestus wasn’t exactly pleased with that, so when Aphrodite and Ares went to continue their affair, Hephaestus trapped them both in fine chains he had draped around the bedroom and displayed their affair to the whole pantheon. (Apollo and Hermes though it was hilarious).

[@sarahvanburen7819]

So that's why that was put in there! I love all the little mythology references this web animation makes! Thank you for pointing this one out to me!!

[@LifeInPink999]

Well he asked to marry her, there was a a contest only he could win so… and him being so ugly that his own mother didn’t want him he should have imagined that someone like Aphrodite will not be interested. Plus she and Ares were lovers before Zeus decided to marry her, idk I believe Aphrodite deserves more empathy here, given no one asked her opinion about who she wanted to marry.

[@PETER_MORAES_CAMARADA]

Hey, someone here who has seen beyond Disney stories about mythology. I was already getting sick of how many likely Persy Jackson fans there are in the comments, romanticizing the Aphrodite story (SHE IS THE SHARPAY OF OLYMPUS! FOR HERA'S SAKE, HELLO)!

[@arima_song]

@Queen Nové they didn't even have consensual (from both sides) relationship, what are you on about? lol

[@blueorangeade712]

@Queen Nové well he basically forced her so idc

[@solangeloforeverandever6924]

The way she flirts with everyone even after just breaking up and eavesdropping is so characteristic of her lol.

[@SleepyHollowKnight]

Lmao fr

[@AYouTubeUser1324]

3:00 Hephaestus: “This one’s my favorite!” Aphrodite: *”EèhHehEHÆ”*

[@vixiee.doff3]

OMG HELP

[@Plamediembenz]

lol😂😂😂

[@booktales1687]

Easily the most underrated animated series on KZbin. The quality always blows me away. It’s crazy to know how such a small team can pull off a show better than most on tv right now. Been here since the beginning. Loved seeing this show grow and improve over the years ❤️

[@firerose4495]

Same here!

[@GodsSchool]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@booktales1687]

@@GodsSchool oh wow! I wasn’t expecting a reply. Love your work, truly. It’s one of the big reasons why I’m so fascinated by animation as an art form ❤️

[@zzerenity]

@@GodsSchool istg you’ll be BIG Soon!!

[@Shesthegirlnextdoor]

Yea!

[@LordPanda9259]

I didn't expect Aphrodite and Hephaestus to be such a wholesome couple. I am all here for it, and I cannot wait to see them interact more. Edit: Guys, I know the actual myths can get dark, let me enjoy this pls. .-.

[@jasminkrieger8228]

More like friends actually she marry him through

[@jasminkrieger8228]

His true love he find later After divoce Aphrodite godess aglea

[@Yggdrasil09]

@@jasminkrieger8228 the spirit of pain and suffering?

[@taviondavis1293]

@@Yggdrasil09 The goddess of grace, charm and splendor actually...one of the Charities, which is an entorage of three goddesses that were like hand-maidens to Aphrodite. So basically he married her secretary in simple terms. Although Aphrodite was forced to marry him after he (Hephaestus) took his own mother hostage anyway...so it was a relationship that worked itself out.

[@philipjfrie2490]

SMH she cheats on him

[@powerseeker3073]

This episode is very nice. I like how you included the belt Hephaestus gave Aphrodite, how it relates to the one from mythology that makes anyone fall in love with her. Wonder if she’ll use it to get Ares back or if Hera will borrow it to make Zeus love only her like in the stories. I saw at the end you mentioned a new episode coming out this fall. Can’t wait.

[@0valeyes]

hope it doesn't come out on the week of God of War Ragnarok because it would be very inappropriate.

[@hailey6845]

I’m already thinking of the characters that could come out and what could happen 🤡

[@0valeyes]

@@powerseeker3073 December if you ask me as a safe bet that is.

[@klarawithak259]

Bless hephastus' heart Imagine the goddess of love and beauty comes running into your workshop after getting broken up with like He was so sweet and it was adorable

[@rawr8404]

Relationship in the myth: Aphrodite betrothed to Hephaestus and cheats all the time on him with Ares Relationship in this: Mutual respect, chemistry, and NO forced relationship. Hephaestus in real myth: crippled/deformed, emotionally distant Hephaestus in this: Generally good looking, caring, easy to fall for this show is a beautiful lie, and i like it.

[@Renko324]

A beautiful lie indeed.

[@donnam171]

Much of Greek mythology is also a lie 😂

[@genera1013]

@@donnam171 I mean, you can say that for any religion with a deity. The only difference between religion and mythology is if people actually worship the god(s)

[@alexanderwinn9407]

I’m not sure I agree that Hephaestus is emotionally distant in the original myths. He showered her with gifts, he just wasn’t a charmer. I think his characterization is more boorish than distant: he’s inelegant and ugly, but not uncaring.

[@rawr8404]

@@alexanderwinn9407 i know that he is caring, i'm just saying. i mean, showering somebody with gifts is not talking about marital problems or actually really dealing with the fact your partner is a liar and a cheater. Money and gifts cant buy affection if your partner doesn't love you

[@elle7938]

I love how cute Aphrodite and Hephaestus are!!

[@ARPOYT]

Probably not for long~~~

[@hyakinthus]

Yeah even though in the myths Aphrodite was the one who cheated on him with Ares

[@hyakinthus]

@@ARPOYT If this was the myths it’d be true, but this is a KZbin series so they’d probably fall in love with eachother

[@jasminkrieger8228]

She sadly loves ares but marry hephiastos still in greek mythology

[@mstr293]

@@hyakinthus Basically Disnified Greek myth 2.0.

[@JoshBou]

I love that in this interpretation Aphrodite, the goddess known for her beauty becomes kind of a muse for the artist Hephaestus. This was my first vid from you and now I'm hooked. I know it's about all of the gods, but honestly I could watch a whole show of just the two of them figuring out how to have a healthy and stable relationship, kinda like Love After World Domination. ♡

[@karamixon5815]

The animation is amazing and meetings cute little awkward but cute, but why pick-up? Telling you why 😠 because they afraid lies???

[@shiorilumine28]

Hephaestus is so sweet, it's cute he cheered her up after her break up and showed her around his workshop and gave her that beautiful belt.

[@lucaskp16]

still prefer the lore olympus version of ap with ares, since her marriage to hepha was forced on her.

[@somerandomperson1862]

@@lucaskp16 wdym they break up in the webtoon too

[@shadowdroid776]

Hephaestus and Aphrodite in actual myth: *forced to get married by Zeus so Aphrodite will stop sleeping with every god* Hephaestus and Aphrodite in this: *genuinely nice and respectful to each other* That's a legit nice take on them and very refreshing to see

[@LoveLee_Dreamer]

Ironic that Zeus of all people was like "can you stop screwing everyone!?"

[@tiyapatel2551]

Isn’t there another version where since Hephaestus was deformed so he has Aphrodite marry him because he couldn’t have her for himself or something like that

[@KillerGothChick]

Nope she wasn't sleeping with everyone...are you female?? you hating on a mythology woman?! Haha you sad sack 😅 🙃 Hephaestus tried to rape athena....yeah loved to be married to that spiteful man..

[@issajust_me1918]

No it was bc every male god wanted to date her or marry her so he made her marry the ugly god but later on she cheated

[@issajust_me1918]

@@tiyapatel2551 yes every god wanted to marry her n Zeus couldn’t so he forced her to marry the ugly god

[@joestynes7259]

Aphrodite almost tripping over the net is so funny if you know the original mythology behind it XD

[@misslangleysoryuisiconic]

Ha ha ha ha… I know that shizz

[@giftmbanugo3605]

I don't. Wanna help?

[@bigclitenergy]

@@giftmbanugo3605 while eres and aphrodite were doing well yknow hephaestus caught them in a net a pretty much shamed them in front of all other gods or smt idk tho

[@joestynes7259]

@@giftmbanugo3605 Aphrodite cheated in the mythology on Hephastus to whom she was married, with Ares. Hephastus caught them in a golden net during their compromising activities and dragged them in the open for the other gods to see. He kinda wanted them to outraged and shame the two. op0pBut they just laughed about it and eventually told Hephastus to let them go.

[@giftmbanugo3605]

@@joestynes7259 mythology was really not a straight path

[@endrgar]

This is the level of quality of Disney's classic animation, which the company unfortunately forgot about. It's cool that there are people like you doing this kind of animation. I miss a cartoon of such a visual performance.

[@user-fd8ct8uq3b]

Exactly what I was thinking! I was like "is this Disney?" and the style felt so nostalgic to watch!

[@octobeanx]

It literally referenced almost exact movements from Disney's Little Mermaid. And not just one but a bunch , I think the most noticeable is at 3:06 when she almost falls.

[@user-gz8uq3gq2g]

Yesss

[@jakeystarsuper]

idk it's looks like mlp 2012 cartoon to me

[@compri]

i get you like the art style, the animation however is not good at all xd (ok for a low budget cartoon tho)

[@lilytheeverchaotic]

3:51 bro got friend zoned 💀

[@Reader_demon]

Adrien: You're a good friend, Marinette Aphrodite: You're a good Hepheastus

[@fathimaplayz6219]

Those two are actually so cute together!! Thanks for brightening my day with Greek Mythology man!

[@GodsSchool]

You're welcome haha! Thanks for watching

[@jasminkrieger8228]

Actually in greek their marriage dont and well because she loves ares Adonis even Heck with posidion she had children he divorce her and marry his true love godess aglea

[@niharika3280]

i can't believe i haven't seen this before. it feels like Greek mythology meets ever aft high it's so perfect the animators and voice actors did such a good job and the writing is actually acurate to mythology and isn't cringy

[@karolinakuc4783]

Only this scene

[@ang3lic_b3ing]

hah you fool.. there was only one animator.

[@stormyknight1370]

I loved how sad Ares looked and sounds. this story always has such tension, and usually, we see Ares presented as the 'better man, but just there for the physical, and Hephaestus being the well-intentioned but unattractive one. You've really crafted an Ares that makes me feel for his side of this. (Still team Heph though.)

[@mycollegeshirt]

She cheated on him constantly, maybe heph doesn't deserve it

[@sofianemov9469]

I love how they did Hephaestus’ animation, we looks like he is about to fall any minute due to his leg yet he radiates a feeling of someone who cannot be budged because of his kindness and good nature

[@lucaskp16]

yeah very far from the real one. all greek gods are pieces of shit, petty, murderous, jealous, etc. they where as much feared as they where revered. while ofc all show,comic,etc about olympus have to change the characters. i like the ones that while may change this characters a LOT they still retain parts of their original nature. like in lore olympus where they made the protagonist a bubbly pink girl with relationship and family problems we should fall in love for. yet still can commit a genocide of humans or 2 on a wimp.

[@OneroseArts]

​@lucaskp16 I'm a lot less familiar with Hephaestus than other greek gods. What infamous stuff is he responsible for?

[@RootOfAllEvil-666]

@@OneroseArts I know he once trapped Aphrodite and Ares and showcased her infidelity to all of Olympus

[@emilyantonia197]

This is so nice compared to the actual relationship. Instead of their relationship being a joke to the gods (as shown in the Odyssey) they seem genuinely compatible. Hephaestus is shown to actually be tentative towards Aphrodite instead of tricking her into marrying him. Aphrodite is shown as celebrating Hephaestus’ talent instead of looking down on him for his disability. It’s refreshing; a sensitive nerd and a sensitive popular girl 🥰

[@princessnatasha21]

You know what makes me sad? That we all know where this is gonna go. We all know how this is gonna end. Yet I hope she really doesn't break Hephaestus heart in this. They seem like a wholesome couple in this.

[@h.bsavage4469]

I agree, they seem to have really good chemistry and a compelling connection in this version, here’s hoping the writer decides not to repeat her betrayal in the original version. Besides things seem to be going pleasingly wrong with Ares.

[@paus.8429]

I don't know if things have changed since, but back in the day when the series was first airing, there was this poll to decide who would end up with Aphrodite. Hephaestus won.

[@h.bsavage4469]

That is splendid, I hope my fellow Hephaestus and Aphrodite shippers forgive me for speaking for them but let’s all hope the writer stays the course on those 2.

[@nationalinstituteofcheese3012]

Funny how Ares doesn’t want to “be her minion” but still wants to date

[@Amanecer458]

And he try to rape Athena

[@puyopuyogooey]

what the heck, what is this? This looks so good! It's like Kim Possible and Hercules together! Those two are some of my favorite mediums.

[@TamaraKane]

Also like The Little Mermaid and Aladdin. 😂 Because it's rotoscoped on them.

[@elmurodedavid]

I said this before, but I am really happy with the fact that they portrayed Aphrodite and Hephaestus as a loving couple here. The original legend shows that she considered him ugly and inferior (Just like many other gods), hating the fact that she had to marry him by force. And when Hephaestus made "the net" to catch Ares and Aphrodite committing adultery, it was kind of like he was a "resentful and vindictive" god because he exposed them to the rest of the gods since she cheated on him, or at least I felt it that way. Thanks for doing another version of this story, I think that Aphrodite being with Hephaestus by choice would have been a sign of how love is not determined by someone's looks, and even "the ugliest" person can make the prettiest feel the most beautiful in the world. P.D: I would love to "audition" to be the voice of a god, is there a way to do it? :D Merci Beaucoup!

[@BabyGirlTiny]

I mean, in mythology she was forced to be with him. She didn’t marry him out of love so I don’t know how you got that from them.

[@taviondavis1293]

I agree with AJ...I mean everyone saw Hephaestus as ugly, and technically speaking he was inferior to her. Hephaestus is a god who was born after Hera made a child of her own (without Zeus) in retaliation of his constant adultery. Aphrodite on the other hand was born from the froth whipped up by the castrated loins of Ouranos (the former king of the universe and primordial of the heavens (sky)). Also, her powers charmed any god or mortal regardless of their power. Even Zeus, the most powerful god of the gods, couldn't resist her charm and had a child with her named Priapos. However, at the end of the day Hephaestus was the one who forced Aphrodite to marry him after Zeus owed him a favor. That favor being the release of his own mother who he held hostage in a throne of his creation.

[@elmurodedavid]

@@taviondavis1293 I guess y'all are right. I don't know. I suppose that tiny part of me feels Hephaestus was always criticized by his mother (Hera) and because of his condition, he was perceived as inferior by many other deities. Furthermore, I suppose that it also makes me feel bad for him since that part believes that Aphrodite had it easier than him, but that's an opinion, of course. Greek Mythology is a fairy tale or something where we can say people are treated fairly.

[@annabourbon]

@@elmurodedavid I think none of them had anything easier or better. Because one of them was seen as inferior and "ugly" And the other one was "the beautiful" and superior, which also takes a toll because you don't know who looks after the real you, so she having lots of lovers and cheating on them can be depicted as her having major insecurities because of how everyone looks at her. This video was very subtle about it when it mentioned "the gift" but it's true.

[@endor8witch]

yeah..you do know that the original story is not great...i mean, imagine being married to aphrodite and her openly sleeping with other gods and men...how would you feel? and aphrodite was forced to marry him anyway, so the original story is really 2 people who are forced to be together and in a toxic relationship

[@GodsSchool]

1 M views!! THANK YOU so much for your support! This gives me the possibility to produce more episodes and keep GodsSchool alive 🙏 Working on this one was AWESOME, I felt so much less pressure than for the previous episodes and I'm so glad you like it! In the next one, you'll see Hades ... And some other characters... 😏Stay tuned 💜 Gaylord

[@thephosphorescentspirit]

Can't wait! 🤩🤩🤩

[@senoritatorres]

Can’t wait for it. Keep up the good work ❤️

[@MetaBlooper]

This one was so good! I also cannot wait for the next episode! Good job

[@amoil6537]

Thank you so much for creating this! Please get some well deserved rest! Looking forward to seeing Hades!

[@iksuiwe_]

Descuida, aunque no reo poder seguir viva en los proximos 24 meses :'c

[@cecilaufey]

i’m crying during the aphrodite hephaestus bonding moments it’s not even romantic, it’s just so. so. sweet.

[@peytonrabun5433]

MY HEART CAN'T CANDLE THE CUTENESS OF THIS EPISODE!😭

[@TheSwanqueenAndTheEldricth]

Whoever is behind this show. PROPS TO ALL OF YOU IN THE TEAM. The animation is smooth. Aphrodite’s hair is literally so beautiful, and both Hephaestus and Ares are sooo handsome and charming, and have beautiful voices. First time looking at one of the episodes from this lil web show. I find it very charming

[@TamaraKane]

Agreed. Unfortunately, it's rotoscoped on Disney movies, so it's not going to last.

[@QueenSkorpio]

This reminds me of Ever After High, but waaaaay more up my alley. This is amazing! Great animation skills and talented voice actors. 💖💖

[@finezyjnafantazja2495]

So far writting is better. Because Raven Queen had it too easy sometimes. And I think a mother who is evil itself would leave some wounds on her soul. We don't know though what person Raven Queen's dad was. At the same time the show was so mysandric.

[@TamaraKane]

And it's rotoscoped on Disney movies. Pretty artwork anyway. I'm sure a lot of work went into it, but they should have changed more.

[@silvergust]

​@@TamaraKanemost of ur replies are u just being a hater... it's okay to criticize the art style but straight up calling it a disney ripoff simply for rotoscoping is... a reach imo

[@SleepyHollowKnight]

SAME!! ❤

[@mathildeobled9226]

oh my god(s) just realized this isn't an animated serie that airs on TV but an actual exclusive youtube content ! the artwork is so clean, well done, can't wait for the next part !!

[@TamaraKane]

Yeah, it's just that it's rotoscoped on The Little Mermaid and Aladdin, so I guess people should enjoy it while it lasts because Disney is probably going to have it removed any minute.

[@SleepyHollowKnight]

It really need to be published!

[@keisha5337]

"Everyone has a little something that makes them special.Even if they don't see it"-quoted by Hephaestus in Gods School☆

[@FrankyGotTheBill]

He probably said that cause he was deformed.

[@jerneymantel7826]

I love this video!!! The hint of Achilles and the net where Aphrodite and Ares got stuck under is just so amazing 💕❤️‍🔥💕. Just more reminds me more of how great Greek mythology is and how good your videos are.

[@GodsSchool]

Thank you!! But that wasn't Achilles, in fact it's Talos, the giant made of bronze, created by Hephaestus ;)

[@jerneymantel7826]

@@GodsSchool Thanks for the info. I didn’t know about him. My mind is just 🤯 their is not one guy with weak ankles.

[@Redfern42]

@@GodsSchool I hoped it was a nod to Ray Harryhausen's adaptation of "Jason and the Argonauts". His puppet animated sequences involving the giant bronze statue are iconic! The sound of scraping, echoing metal really "sold" those shots!

[@weirdyyy006]

I nearly spat out water when Aphrodite got stuck in that net xD

[@Shackospeare]

3:20 Aphrodite feels attracted to the Cestus because she's made of sea foam too

[@_-drowsy-_]

Not me thinking you meant sexually-

[@spooks2710]

I actually really like this, because they didn't make Aphrodite act like a very selfish and terrible person. She is actually a really kind and gentle goddess, and she is very caring and loving. I loved to see her bonds with the other Olympians.

[@Moonmerin]

This is so good! Beautifully animated, with gorgeous color schemes and unique, adorable designs for the characters. I absolutely adore this

[@wodnikszuwarek]

Im so in love with the visual/artistic look of that series 😭

[@MsPageMistress]

There is a lot to love about this. And I mean a lot. One is that both Ares and Aphrodite contribute to why their relationship doesn't work here. Maybe at one point they did, and they just drifted until they were only ever getting together because they were used to it, if Ares comment about how she would get bored of the others and come back to him eventually like always and how he isn't even smug, just resigned to it. Heck, maybe it never was working and they just reached the point where it's impossible to ignore. Another is that Aphrodite doesn't go into the workshop intentionally. She just kept going until she found somewhere that felt like a safe place to cry, not even realizing what it was. Maybe it isn't intentional, but it feels like foreshadowing for the fact that soon Hephaestus will represent someone she feels safe and comfortable with. Another is that Hephaestus isn't treated as just a smith, but an artist in his craft. I feel like he doesn't get enough credit in that regard in most depictions these days. Of course, the biggest thing is how Aphrodite and Hephaestus interact. In mythology their relationship isn't even on the rocks, it's buried under them. Here we see him give her a tour, showing his work to her, and her genuinely enjoying herself. She's actually interested and listening, and not reluctant about it at any point, contradicting Ares' claim about her being self-absorbed. Finally, the belt. When Aphrodite is feeling upset once more over Ares (and not even jealous or mad, just heartbroken), she is cheered up once more by Hephaestus, who not only of course made the belt for her, and took her recommendation about the pearls, but managed to get it to her without her realizing it for no reason other than it always being meant as a gift and hoping to make her happy. And it does, not just due to the physical gift, but the kindness in it. I do hope that Aphrodite and Ares both realize that what they have isn't good and that she gets with Hephaestus. They are now an OTP for me in this series.

[@NanHiwa]

I really love your versión of Aphrodite, She is so cute and lovely, Hephaestus is so loyal

[@SleepyHollowKnight]

4:16 you can hear the pain in his voice 😭

[@hillymeyer]

I loved!!!! I totally loved it, from the beginning to the end. I never imagined loving hephaestus, but this one is so adorable and charming. The way he tries to make Aphrodite feel better is so beautiful 😍😍. And I don't want to stop mentioning all the details from the net... everything 😍love it 😍. Like you, Aphrodite was always my favorite Goddess, this chapter was incredible for you. Greetings from Mexico 🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@GodsSchool]

I'm so happy that you guys get the net ref :D

[@jmwilliamsart]

@@GodsSchool I hope that both Aphrodite and Hephaestus will be a lovey dovey couple unlike in the original Greek myth. Perhaps Hephaestus is making her realize what it means to really love someone?

[@Impacatus]

Not sure how this came up in my recommended, but I'm pretty impressed. Visuals are cute, the audio is clean, and the writing is very well-researched in and surprisingly respectful of the original mythology. Very impressive for an indie project.

[@TamaraKane]

It's rotoscoped on The Little Mermaid and Aladdin, so yes. Impressive, but not entirely original.

[@rosas_azules1235]

1:40 HEPHAESTUS IS SUCH A GENTLEMAN 😭

[@princezgeekchic3690]

I would actually really like to see more of these two in the future. I'm not familiar with the romances of the Greek gods and goddesses except Hades and Persephone but I'd like to see the full love story of these two characters

[@niiskuneitiBANAANI]

Yes they are adorable I want more of them.

[@the_SolLoser]

Just so you know, the real story is not this cute - nor is it anything like this.

[@niiskuneitiBANAANI]

@@the_SolLoser That's good. I want the cute one.

[@princezgeekchic3690]

@@the_SolLoser Yeah. I found out a few days after I left the comment. T_T

[@the_SolLoser]

@@princezgeekchic3690 Still an interesting story, either way. Good insight on how some marriages and relationships may have started, and even ended. I love the Greek stories. They're strangely relatable.

[@25nikolet]

HUGE RESPECT for the sceenwritters for The fact that the writing is in actual greek! 💙 Ευχαριστούμε

[@SapoWeonN300]

2:34 ¡I UNDERSTOOD THAT REFERENCE!

[@katnik9468]

Пи🤗

[@NecromancyKing170]

Achilles heel

[@Itz_Exllie]

I love how the title said Aphrodite and Hephaestus instead of Aphrodite and Ares 😂❤❤

[@EveTheRaviolo]

This Haepheestus looks so nice and kind and cute 🥺

[@huntercool2232]

So Aphrodite just randomly went into Hephaestus’s workshop to cry? 😂😂

[@shinogaming4978]

Well sometimes we just pick the nearest room. In that case it was a workshop ! XD

[@jocabedrivera7756]

Drama Queens, you gotta love them!

[@natek4488]

It's more likely she wasn't thinking straight and wasn't looking where she was running to.

[@TamaraKane]

Well, that's what Princess Jasmine did, so why not rotoscope that scene? Because that's what they did. 😂

[@hanabarbosa4458]

It's a beautiful series! I love how you transformed the gods and referenced some myths with small details. And the fact that it feels a bit like the myths at the same time it feels new and refreshing, adapted to a high school type of story is also very interesting and fun. I liked how you wrote the relationships here, Ares and Aphrodite have this tone that feels like a lot of relationships between teenagers, both parts may like each other a lot, but some times they hurt each other, which can make a relationship fail. Hephaestus and Aphrodite is also interesting, because it's clear he likes her, and they feel sweet and cute, and I'm just a sucker for that, but knowing the myths, I don't know were this is going and I'm a bit insecure. I also love the characters on their own. Aphrodite feels sweet, gentle and dreamy, but also a bit jealous, insecure and confused at times, which is amazing because it's EXTREMELY easy to make her either this angel who is extremely generous and sweet or this selfish, manipulative godess who cares only about beauty and herself, when in reality, she's very human, being flawed and doing both good and bad things. I can say the same for Ares, his cockiness, meanness and anger issues aren't healthy, but he feels hurt when he's insulted, has fear and want's to be liked. Hephaestus is the only one till now that we had seen mostly the sweetest, most caring and cute side, but the "it's not finished yet." for most of his works is very relatable for artists, and it's very funny too, he is creative and loves what he does, but is a bit insecure about his talent. I'm not sure if this is still the case, but if you're still working alone animating the series, I hope you can contract a team of artists soon. Keep going because it's a very amazing show💕.

[@GodsSchool]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your words :) I'm still working alone on the episodes, except, of course for the voices, and I also have Brandon Winckler who helps me to correct the scripts (because my english sucks) But maybe someday I'll find a way to produce a full season 🤞

[@hanabarbosa4458]

@@GodsSchool I understand needing help with the english, it's not my first language either. I believe all the fans of the show hope that soon, you receive help creating the episodes for the series😁.

[@jessepraise1193]

@@GodsSchool I'm good at English. If you need someone to read through I'd be happy to help because I loveeeeeeeeeeee this series😍

[@MomoIzzy_Alt]

Okay but the fact that the voice of Pomni from the amazing digital circus also voiced Aphrodite is honestly one of the biggest plot twists I’ve ever seen 😮

[@TheLastHylianTitan]

this gives me Ever After High vibes in terms of quality with the animation. the lighting, the movements, the slight bounce in their hair - it's so crisp and clean and on point and professional. also, did you model Hephaestus off of Disney's Hercules? because with the red hair, bronze clothing and adorkable nature, I'm seeing some parallels. great job, you should be very very proud.

[@TamaraKane]

It's actually rotoscoped on The Little Mermaid and Aladdin and possibly more, but definitely those two. Hephaestus is modeled on Ariel on the beach after she gets her legs. The sculpture is the statue of Eric made golden and Greek. When Aphrodite runs and falls down crying, that's Princess Jasmine crying when she thinks Aladdin has died. Then when Aphrodite is behind the pillar/column, having caught the two lovebirds, that's Ariel catching Vanessa cozying up to Eric. I hope it won't get flagged by Disney because it's still pretty.

[@elleschroeder4147]

This is an amazing episode!! I can't wait to see Hades and Persephone's backstory and I can't wait for the new episode in Fall. Amazing job!!

[@carmenleee]

hephaestus is so adorable!! who else is a sucker for soft boys 😃👍

[@briannas.6741]

Yes 😭🙌

[@Outlawgirl1297]

Same

[@pacrat190]

I wished the real myth was like this This is such nice story in comparison The animation and voice acting is great❤

[@mystilik]

Awww, so sweet! I think I'm gonna like these mini episodes, lets us have a deeper drive into certain groups of characters~ Ahh, the animation is so very polished, great work to all the voice actors and creator himself~ Poor Aphrodite, as she is now its hard for her to figure things out, and love itself is a beast all on its own. Can't wait to see her wearing that belt, its gonna look so nice with her colors~

[@joshuatewolde1837]

“I Call It ‘The Cestus’, This Ain’t NO ‘Ordinary Belt’.” - Hemphaetus & That’s How The FIRST Greek-Like Cupid Artifact Was Created!

[@psychsephone9832]

I can't emphasize enough how much I love this show and how much I specifically needed this video right now. My bf is working on a Greek mythology comic series with Aphrodite as the main character, so your take on her personality and relationships is so inspiring. Though the comic will be for mature audiences only and the art style/storyline is of course very different, it's great creative timing to see something involving these characters that's THIS high-quality. (I'd say you should be working for Disney, but tbh your stuff is better than anything they've come out with in at least the past ten years.) On a more personal note, I'm yet another Hades/Persephone fangirl so I can't wait to see more content with them 💜

[@GodsSchool]

That's Awesome! I would definitely read a comic with Aphrodite ^^ Also, thank you for your words :)

[@arielleiman]

Ok but that comic sounds so interesting! Can’t wait for it to be released!

[@TamaraKane]

I mean, I agree that the animation is beautiful, but credit is going to have to go to Disney at some point. It's rotoscoped on The Little Mermaid and Aladdin and possibly more, but definitely those two. Hephaestus is modeled on Ariel on the beach after she gets her legs, right? When Aphrodite runs and falls down crying, that's Princess Jasmine crying when she thinks Aladdin has died perhaps. Then when Aphrodite is behind the pillar/column, having caught the two lovebirds, that's Ariel catching Vanessa cozying up to Eric. I hope it won't get snagged by Disney because it's still lovely, but you might want to consider editing the description to call it a fan art study and/or parody quickly.

[@Wonderland-x6b]

I need more of these two, they are very cute 😍😭❤️

[@cthoniccassandra7526]

What a lovely surprise to see this pop up! I'll admit, I'm a hardcore fan of Aphrodite/Ares; I have been since I was little since there's so much to them being together and why it makes sense when you consider metaphors and meanings in the myths, so at first, I was like "aw man, another story where they're not together" and I do get tired of the "Ares is a jerk" trope in reiterations (but here, it works since they're all in high school and you can expect it lol). However, I do want to say this is the only version of Hephaestus/Aphrodite that is so good, that I can fully get onboard--they're really sweet in this version! I'm just excited to see more from you! I recommend your animation of the Greek gods to whoever I feel might be into it. It's another awesome episode! ❤

[@GodsSchool]

Wow Thank you! I really appreciate your words (and thanks for recommending it to other people!)

[@treatpeoplewithkindness2955]

I am team Ares and Aphrodite in mythology but this was very cute. I am really glad I found this, the draws and the animation is so beautiful

[@Renko324]

So you like bad guys and b*tches basically.

[@RaineRaineStayAway]

I juat realized that Aphrodite stepping into the net and getting stuck on it is like when Hephaestus caught Aphrodite in the net in the myth where she was cheating with Ares

[@midsummernightmare]

This was adorable, the animation is gorgeous! I will totally be watching all of these immediately

[@kreept8739]

So cool to see Talos and Hephaestus' assistants, they aren't really well-known myths but it's a nice touch !

[@ashii1206]

She managed to find a surface to cry on from a mile away

[@revanius2213]

So many mythological references in his workshop, even the net he would use to trap Aphrodite and Ares. Interesting divergence in the relationship, one many modern viewers have longed to see, the kind of odd couple relationship that people love.

[@jacksonconnell]

THIS is WAAAY better than the actual relationship! I’m hooked on this instantly. I want this version of the married pair together, forever. Screw Ares! 😍💗🔥✨ Edit: I just noticed the background in the end! YEEES! 🥹🥰

[@SleepyHollowKnight]

Well, the actual relationship (between all three generally) was probably more healthy than this version but whatever

[@leslievelvy]

my favourite couple finally has their moment!! this episode was so beautiful and wonderful 😭💖 it was worth the wait!! Aphrodite and Hephaestus have my whole heart

[@tkathn4301]

Here's a bit of Greek knowledge, as I understand it. Hephaestus was chucked from Olympus by Zeus's wife Hera, that's where he got his limp. He landed in a volcano and became an amazing smith, creating wonderous works of metal and stone. He made a throne for Hera and went back to Olympus. Hera, so ashamed, accepted the gift and welcomed him back, but when she sat in the throne she was stuck. Hephaestus was angry and wanted his rightful place in the pantheon of gods, and Aphrodite's hand in marriage. Zeus, seeing his great works and potential accepted and married him and Aphrodite. They lived happily as a wedded couple, a marriage protected by Zeus himself. As thanks, Hephaestus forged the lightning bolt for Zeus as well as many other wonderous items.

[@pikablu9375]

I really this take on Aphrodite and Hephaestus! It’s so sweet and pure, totally not like that of the original! This was so nicely done and written. Loved every thing!! ❤️

[@IronDragon-2143]

Me: "Greek Gods and Goddesses have such unhealthy relationships." Gods and Goddesses of Asgard: "Hold our Mead."

[@viadavis3326]

Swooooon. Hepheastus and Aphrodite are the cutest couple ever. Can’t wait to see them together

[@slurpwis]

Aphrodite proved Ares right when she negged herself to get compliments from Hephaestus, hence her subtle smile (2:05). She knows what she's doing.

[@jmwilliamsart]

I love the wholesome relationship 🥰 between Aphrodite and Hephaestus in this series. I’m relieved that the creators went in a different direction then the original myths which are always so tragic. I’m glad that Hephaestus is more handsome and kinder in this series, and I love how he makes Aphrodite smile 😊 like that. Hephaestus helped her realize that she can bring out the beauty in all things such as that belt he gave to her. I hope that after meeting Hephaestus she won’t go tire of him and go back to Ares this time. Don’t let Ares sweet talk her with his smile and words, she deserves better.

[@Rei-tm3so]

I love this! Aphrodite is such a sweetie, i want more of her and Hephaestus!

[@phedrawade588]

I loved this so much. I need a lot more of Aphrodite and Hephaestus! He’s so adorable with his little cane.

[@antonissa8345]

I just realized something, the title of this show goes “God’s School: the Olympian Gods.” It’s GOD’S school, it’s not specific to any mythology until the subtext. That feels that it kind of hints to that there’s other schools around the world consisting of other gods like the norse gods, Egyptian gods and so on. Wouldn’t it be funny if there was an episode where the Greek and Egyptian gods battled it out?

[@WondaGal1000]

I love the way their relationship is portrayed in this. I also love the reference to his various inventions (e.g., Talos, the weapons for the other Gods)

[@lostarsm9240]

love how they casually present one of the cruelest torture devices in human history at 2:53 XD ...also.. no wonder guys and girls have such a warped view of one another if this is the basis of what is good.

[@sarahelizabeth4612]

The symbolism of having her get caught in the net tho is perfection

[@raphaellindback9680]

All your work is so amazing, so creative and the history and mythology. I would love to see this on Netflix or as a movie

[@GodsSchool]

Thank you!! Let's start a petition for Netflix 😅

[@SIMPLY_GJ]

@@GodsSchool Yes! thar would be awsome 😁

[@lalajameson4242]

Thanks!

[@GodsSchool]

Thank you so much for your support!!

[@daii1856]

I loveeee you made Hephaestus literally so cuteee he deserved so much better cuz I feel like he was probably so kind hearted 🫶🏿

[@Amanecer458]

He try to rape Athena

[@panabefamily4432]

Idk this series at all but this is interesting and these two characters are adorable. Also I love the animation because it’s so smooth with every movement and I love the chemistry between these two characters