Among the divine fighters in Record of Ragnarok, Apollo is definitely one of the most memorable thanks to his dazzling appearance and overconfident attitude. Known as the Sun God of Mount Olympus, Apollo not only boasts mesmerizing beauty but also wields the power of light and an unyielding spirit of self-discipline.
Here are 8 fascinating facts about Apollo, the “God of Light,” in the Ragnarok arena!
8. The mighty Sun God of Greek mythology
Apollo plays a crucial role in the Greek pantheon. As the controller of light, he commands full control over solar energy, from temperature and brightness to deadly beams of light attacks. Representing the gods in the ninth round, he carries the pride of intellect, arts, and music from the heights of Olympus.
7. Once considered an ordinary god
Few know that, according to chapter 82.2 of the manga, Apollo was not born with great power. Initially, many other gods saw him as ordinary and unremarkable. His current strength and status are not innate gifts but the result of relentless training and effort. This adds depth to his character: Apollo symbolizes self-made success.
6. Extremely vain personality
Apollo worships beauty and perfection, especially his own. He often strikes elegant poses and stylish stances even during fights. His vanity is so extreme that the god of war Ares once doubted his abilities, and even Zeus admitted Apollo never takes things seriously. He tends to look down on opponents who don’t meet his high aesthetic standards.
5. Has a disciple who is a monster
Phyton is a monster shunned by both gods and humans for his terrifying appearance. However, after being defeated multiple times by Apollo, Phyton recognized the god’s aura and determination. Instead of fearing him, Phyton submitted out of deep respect and became his most loyal servant, building the Temple of Light at Delphi to honor his master.
4. Sacred weapon: Threads of light
Apollo’s weapon is the Threads of Artemis. These are strands of light he controls with incredible precision, moving fluidly with his body’s gestures. With this weapon, Apollo can unleash lightning-fast, agile, and unpredictable attacks.
3. Versatile weapon transformations
The greatest strength of the Threads of Artemis is their ability to transform. They can become boxing gloves in the Lyre of Phoebus technique, a crescent blade in Moonlight of Artemis, or even a golden arrow called Apollo Epicurious that flies at light speed. At their peak, these threads can compress into the massive silver arrow Argyrotoxos with devastating power.
2. Holds numerous titles
Beyond being the Sun God, Apollo is also the god of philosophy, poetry, medicine, music, archery, and prophecy. In Record of Ragnarok, all these titles are reflected in his refined, calm, and precise fighting style. Apollo is not just physically strong but a multi-talented genius.
1. Defeated Leonidas in a fierce battle
The showdown between Apollo and King Leonidas of Sparta is one of the most intense fights in the series. Despite being pressured by Leonidas’ brave warrior spirit, Apollo proved the strength of the Sun God. In the end, using a supreme technique, Apollo pierced through Leonidas’ ironclad defense to claim a narrow victory, closing the emotional ninth round.