Ouros: French webtoon by Akogée Studio in the spotlight!
Discover the webtoon Ouros and the Akogée Studio team: a look at their latest successes and their project, from first prize in a major Korean competition to the launch of their campaign for a second season, via the internationalisation of their webtoon… So much good news!
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From joining the EuraCreative incubation programme to international opportunities
“The Remarried Empress”, “Sweet Home”, “True Beauty”: titles that may mean nothing to you unless you are an avid webtoon reader. Nearly 286 million views accumulated across these 3 works, each with a series adaptation on Netflix or elsewhere.
Carving out a place in the webtoon market, among thousands of titles, means facing tough competition. Even so, ideas keep multiplying to continue offering a diversity of stories that can appeal to all audiences.
Ouros (우로스): a story of love and destiny
“In a world ravaged by war, two beings who are complete opposites love each other against all odds. Their forbidden passion will break the greatest of taboos and forever change the destiny of their peoples. Their union will fulfil the prophecy of the depths… Ouros!”
Wanting to share an original, fantastical and poetic story, the independent studio Akogée Studio embarked on the webtoon adventure. A team made up of:
- Josselin Azorin-Lara, Creator, screenwriter and webtoon & transmedia producer;
- Erwan Lelièvre, Screenwriter and narrative designer;
- Nemerle, Webtoon artist, children’s book illustrator.
Season 1, already available in French and English, has won over a first international audience. Proof that French webtoons have their place on the world stage.
Further proof: Ouros won first prize at the “Frenchtoon Selection” festival, organised by Jaedam Media and the French Embassy in the Republic of Korea. An award that gives this French project valuable visibility in one of the most dynamic webtoon markets in the world.
The “Frenchtoon Selection”: a showcase for French webtoons in Korea
On the occasion of the 140th anniversary of Franco-Korean diplomatic relations, Jaedam Media – a major player in IP business & webtoons – and the French Embassy in Korea launched a new festival: the “Frenchtoon Selection”. The aim? To introduce Korean audiences to the diversity of French webtoons by translating them and distributing them free of charge on the Jaedam Shortz platform.
Among the 10 selected works, Ouros stood out with Korean readers, who could vote for their favourite webtoon from 1 March to 31 May 2026. In the end it was Ouros that won this first edition, giving the Akogée Studio team a unique opportunity to make itself known in a demanding and passionate market.
A prize with promising prospects
This first prize is a gateway to Korea for Ouros. The winner indeed receives an official rights assignment contract, as well as support for serialisation and distribution there. An unhoped-for chance to reach an audience of avid webtoon readers and to test the reception of a 100% French creation.
Season 2 in preparation: “Le Pacte de Sang”
To go further, Akogée Studio has launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund its season 2, titled “Le Pacte de Sang” (The Blood Pact). What’s at stake? Continuing the adventure, unlocking new episodes and offering exclusive rewards to backers, such as artbooks, exclusive guest illustrations, personalised portraits…
Only a few days left to support the project!
The campaign ends on 15 June 2026 – a chance to take a new step and allow the team to fulfil its ambitions.
All that’s left is to read Ouros!
Season 1 is available in full in French on:
- Allskreen (Ankama): Read here
- Webtoon Originals: Read here
The English version is currently being released on Webtoon Canvas, with the final episode of season 1 scheduled for 12 June 2026 at 6:00 pm (Los Angeles time, UTC−7): Read Ouros in English here
One more step for French webtoons
The success of Ouros at the “Frenchtoon Selection” shows that French creation has its place in the webtoon universe. With studios like Akogée and initiatives like this festival, made-in-France webtoons are gaining visibility and legitimacy.
EuraCreative is proud to support such innovative talents, who represent French creation on the international stage.