Amazon's 'God of War' Series: Please Don't Forget Kratos' Bloody Past, Yeah?
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Game Rant argues that Amazon's upcoming 'God of War' TV series *needs* to delve into Kratos' Greek saga to provide context and emotional depth to the character. Otherwise, it's like serving a pint without the froth – just a bit flat, innit?
Right, Amazon's been tinkering away at a 'God of War' TV series for what feels like an age. And while the plan is to tackle Kratos' Norse adventures (you know, the one with the moody son and the beard), there's a fair bit of chatter about whether they'll even *mention* his rather eventful Greek period. And honestly, they bloody well should.
See, according to Game Rant's Viraaj Bhatnagar, skipping over Kratos' history of, shall we say, *enthusiastically* dispatching Greek deities would be a massive mistake. It's like starting 'Lord of the Rings' with the Battle of Helm's Deep and casually mentioning something about a ring that's a bit dodgy. You'd miss all the juicy bits!
For those who've somehow managed to avoid the wrath of Kratos (a skill I desperately need for my next D&D campaign), the original games saw our Spartan mate getting tricked into murdering his family. Bit of a downer, really. This led to a rampage of vengeance so spectacular it made Zeus wish he'd stayed in bed that day. Ignoring this bit means you're missing the context for why grumpy dad Kratos is so... grumpy.
The Norse saga shows a Kratos trying to escape his past. But how much does that resonate if you don't know *what* he's trying to escape? Flashbacks, dedicated episodes – anything to show the sheer scale of the chaos he unleashed would add layers to the Amazon series. Think about it: seeing the vibrant, over-the-top world of Greek mythology contrasted with the bleak, frosty landscapes of Midgard? Visually, that's gold, mate. Pure gold.
Now, the show's had a bit of a shuffle behind the scenes, with Ronald D. Moore (of 'Outlander' and 'For All Mankind' fame) taking over as showrunner. Apparently, they're still working on scripts and consulting with Cory Barlog, who directed 'God of War' (2018). Which is good news, as it suggests they're taking the whole thing seriously. Still, it sounds like it will be a minute before we see it. Fingers crossed they remember the blood, the betrayal, and the general all-round god-slaying mayhem. Otherwise, what's the point?
Ultimately, this isn't just about fan service. It's about giving the character depth and making the story truly compelling. And let's be honest, who *doesn't* want to see Kratos going full-on Spartan rage again? Just… maybe warn the neighbours first.
Big thanks to Game Rant for pointing out the obvious!
Tags: God of War, Amazon Series, TV Adaptation, Kratos, Greek Mythology
Original article: Game Rant