Who did Percy Jackson marry?

In Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series, Percy Jackson ultimately marries Annabeth Chase, his close friend and fellow demigod. Their relationship, which starts off as a strong friendship, grows deeper over the course of the books, culminating in their romantic bond. Percy and Annabeth’s journey from friends to lovers is one of the central themes of the Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus series.

Percy and Annabeth’s relationship begins in the first book, The Lightning Thief, when they meet at Camp Half-Blood. Annabeth, the daughter of Athena, is intelligent, strong, and a natural leader, while Percy, the son of Poseidon, is brave and often quick to act. At first, they have a somewhat rocky relationship, with Percy being reluctant to trust Annabeth completely and Annabeth being a bit too focused on her plans and goals. However, over time, they learn to work together, relying on each other’s strengths.

Throughout their adventures, their bond becomes stronger. Annabeth proves to be a loyal and capable ally, and Percy comes to depend on her intelligence and strategic thinking. In return, Percy offers Annabeth the emotional support and loyalty that she needs. Their relationship is built on mutual respect, trust, and shared experiences, making their eventual romance feel natural and earned.

Their romantic feelings for each other gradually develop. In The Sea of Monsters, the second book, Percy begins to realize how important Annabeth is to him. He starts to think of her as more than just a friend, and his feelings for her grow. However, it isn’t until The Titan's Curse that Percy openly acknowledges his feelings, though they still don’t fully act on them at that point.

In The Battle of the Labyrinth (the fourth book), Percy and Annabeth’s relationship reaches new heights. Percy is clearly protective of Annabeth, and their bond deepens as they face dangers together. Annabeth, too, shows that she cares for Percy deeply, and while she often tries to hide her emotions behind her tough exterior, it’s clear that she values him greatly. This book also hints at the possibility of a romantic relationship between them, though it remains unspoken for much of the story.

By the time we reach The Last Olympian, the fifth book in the series, Percy and Annabeth’s relationship has fully blossomed. In the final battle against the Titans, they fight side by side, and it’s during this intense moment that Percy realizes how much Annabeth truly means to him. After the battle is over, Percy and Annabeth finally share a kiss, solidifying their romantic relationship. This moment marks the beginning of their future together.

In the spin-off series The Heroes of Olympus, which follows the events of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Percy and Annabeth’s relationship continues to grow. They face new challenges, but their bond remains unshakable. In the final book of The Heroes of Olympus series, The Blood of Olympus, it is implied that Percy and Annabeth will eventually marry.

In short, Percy Jackson marries Annabeth Chase, the daughter of Athena, who has been his best friend, ally, and partner throughout their many adventures. Their relationship is a story of growth, trust, and love that began with friendship and deepened over time.