Spot on representation of the original myth and its meaning. Not cashing in on brand names. Just making good art that happens to contain a native american myth. This is what art looks like when it comes from respectful engagement with a culture on its own terms, while also creating something new.
This comic takes place in an original fantasy setting, so it’s not literally a… that thing, but thematically this is definitely one of those.
I recognize this art! And this comic! It was drawn by Red, one of the two main hosts on the Overly Sarcastic Productions youtube channel. For those who don’t know, she and her cohost Blue make funny videos detailing myths and mythological figures (this is mostly Red’s content) as well as history (this is Blue’s area), along with plenty of other edutainment content. One of my favorites is her video on Loki and how his role as a mythological character morphed and twisted wildly throughout the centuries.
Anyway, it’s super cool to see her art here!
The comic is out for preorder now as a hard copy too! (it’s already available free online)
Huh, I literally started watching that channel over the weekend based on some Ancient Greek history videos. Small world.