It's not a data knife. I checked, now give it to me.
But maybe you didn't do it right. I was a Pilot, I can probably figure it out.
Give me my knife, Renee.
It's not yours, it's some Pilot's. Let me hang onto it for a--
Bangalore slams Wraith against a wall.
You are not taking anything else from me.
W-what?
Whoa-oh-oa there! Hey gang, this isn't a playground, it's a get-ready-for-the-playground... ground. I mean besides, who fights in a dropship?
Yeah, really.
Announcer: DROP ZONE AHEAD. PREPARE FOR YOUR JUMP.
가자.
Pardon me ladies, I've got a jump to master.
Knuckle-draggers.
Idiots.
Here. Take your knife.
Just thought I might be able to find intel to help us both. My past, your brother Jackson--
No one gets to say his name. Especially you.
I'm sorry if I've crossed a line but is there something that I've--
Just drop it. Let's jump and get this over with.
I-it's private and I get it, but if we're going to fight together, I wanna clear the air.
Don't worry, headcase. I haven't stabbed you in the back yet. Why start now?
Rest Easy
This motion comic features Valkyrie reading a eulogy for Viper. Released June 10, 2021.[6]
Transcript
Heyyy dad. I know you're out there somewhere, kicking yourself for dying, but hey, at least you're not in an open field talking to yourself, right?
(Chuckles) And now I'm getting a dirty look from Mom, so... here goes. Your eulogy.
I'm sorry, Dad. Sorry you were floating out there as long as you were. But your boss forgot to tell us what happened, so we didn't know... We just didn't know. And sorry it's just the two of us. There'd be more people, and probably more tears if we were back on the farm... And if it was nineteen years ago.
You probably know why we moved out here. What I did. What I almost did. You always said a job's a job. "Never hold a grudge, Kairi. Life's too short." I didn't listen. I held that grudge. And I had such a tight grip on it, I forgot to do a few things along the way. Like figure out who I was. What I wanted. So I made a decision. I think you'll approve.
It's time to devote my life to me. I'm gonna join the Games. See where that takes me. Maybe nowhere. Maybe everywhere. But I know what I want now. What I always wanted... To be like you, Dad. No... to be better than you. Not because it's your dream... but because it's mine. I want to... I want to fly.
Look at that. Got some tears after all. Jerk. (tearful chuckle) Sleep easy, Dad. Mom and I miss you. But we're doing ok. No... we're better than ok. We're five by five.
Machines humming as they boot up. Horizon muttering to herself
"Oh, thank you, darlin. Science never sleeps!"
"But it can't do much but twiddle its thumbs when we keep losing power!"
"De rien. Though, there's some damage to this wall."
"I'm not that kind of engineer. Maybe-"
Interrupting "Ugh! You dafty thing- "
Catching herself "Sorry dear. Power's back on and I lose the database."
"Cannae believe it? I'd swear these vines have a mind to stop us from stopping them."
Doors Open. Footsteps.
: Enters room "Hmm. A unique theory"
"Oh, You're... the lass running the Arenas."
: "Ash. And I am here for an update on your progress"
"Well, there's-"
: Interupting "One of our locations is at risk. Its survival is essential."
"Uh... We've got a lot of sick people here, dear."
"The lion's share of our funds are tapped for the immunologists and the botanists-"
: Interupting "That's not good enough. We need structural engineers securing the Arena site."
: "As you are well aware, we are running a competition, one that is paying for your work here"
: "Our site takes first priority."
Holding in anger "Right.... we'll get on that. Now if you'll excuse me."
: "Do you believe that is sufficient?"
"I believe we're doing our best under the circumstances."
"And I believe your priorities are right out of order."
: Dangerous tone "Is that so?"
"You think your game is more important than people?"
"You're standing on a marvel of modern science that's having the life choked out of it."
"Uh..."
: Sarcastic tone "A marvel? How sentimental."
"Yes... My dearest friend dedicated her life to this place. I raised my son here."
"Pardon me if I'm a bit touchy about it falling out of the sky!"
Building RUMBLES
"What's happening?"
"The vines could be digging in right under our feet. If the building's compromised-"
CRACK
"LOOK OUT!"
Ash pushes Horizon from falling debris. BAM and SPARKS as the beam hits the ground
Wattson and Horizon coughing, catching their breath
"Mother of God!"
: Unphased "These components have been damaged. Unfortunate."
"I... you saved me."
: "Correct."
"I... thank you. And I'm- I'm sorry for losing my temper."
: "You're fragile. It is to be expected. But your work is essential."
: "Your death would be a significant step back for the project."
Damaged computer SPARKS
"Oh... Right. Well, Now I'm back to work with half the equipment."
: "The syndicate will fund replacements. Expect them within twenty-four hours."
: "I expect an update when your equipment is repaired."
: Moves to the door "You're doing much to protect Lilian Peck's legacy. I'm sure your son Newton would be proud."
Ash EXITS. Horizon takes a breath
Frazzled "Oh, and you're all right, dear?"
"Yes, I'm fine. And... you?"
"Yes, well... about as good as..." trails off muttering
"Dr. Somers?"
"...My son. Newton. She-she said his name. How did she know?"
"Ah, it sounds familiar. it's on Pathfinder's statue, isn't it? The dedication, with grand-mere."
"Oh" laughs "Yes... yes. Thank you, dear. Helping keep my head on straight."
"Now... ah, I've kept you from someone, haven't I? Miss Ticacek? Oh darlin', I'm sorry to make you dilly-dally."
Uncertain "Oui... not at all"
Wattson EXITS
"The plaque. Right. The plaque" scribbling furiously "Yeah, that's what it is, it's the plaque..." Trails off, muttering
Reflections
Released as a side story to The Legacy Antigen, this motion comic features Wattson meeting Mystik in her hospital room. Released July 3, 2021.[8]
Transcript
SCENE: Hospital room
Machines hums, blip of heart monitor
Mystik: "Hello? Dr. Somers? I-Is that you?"
"It's, uh... not Dr. Somers, Ms. Ticacek"
Mystik: "Oh, there you are! Honey, can you help me? I think my heart has stopped beating."
"WHAT?! Oh, the heart monitor. We've been having issues with the power."
"I can help with that." (SPARKS) "How are you otherwise?"
Mystik: "Is that... you're building a fence? It IS you. How are the boys? Are they back yet?"
"I... I don't know what you're referring to. I'm just a.... volunteer."
Mystik: "Oh you're a terrible liar, Natalie. I know who you are."
Mystik: "I know who my son is. I know who my other son is. So, let's drop the pretense because my clock is running out."
Mystik: "And talking in code seems like a real waste of my last night alive." (Strained breath) "Now, where were we?"
Mystik: "Oh! How I'm doing. Probably dying tomorrow. How are you, honey?"
(Attempting to stifle her own laughter)
Mystik: "My upcoming demise is funny, is it?"
(Unable to stop laughing) "I... don't know why I'm laughing. It's not funny."
"It's just... you're right. I don't know how to lie. I don't even know what I was thinking. I had no plan coming here!"
Mystik: "Then allow me to take the wheel and say this: I thank the universe every day my boys have had you to look out for them."
"And I'm thrilled to meet the woman who raise them."
Mystik: "I don't know if I 'raised' Alexander. I was so young. I thought if I kept that cookie jar full, and had him decorate cupcakes, and called him names like-"
Mystik and : "like Smartypants!" (Wattson laughs)
Mystik: "You know that story?"
"Yes, I know that story."
Mystik: "... I ignored all the warning signs. Denial is so easy when you're a new mother."
Mystik: "You want so badly to believe the world will be perfect for your kids."
Mystik: "We want that so desperately, we'll lie to them. And to ourselves. And don't even realize..."
Mystik: "But... we do our best. I'm sure your mom has similar stories."
"My mom died when I was a baby. It's ok. I had my papa, and he was wonderful. He also died. Few years ago."
Mystik: "Being a teenager is hard enough without being an orphan on top of it."
"After his funeral, the other Legends found me sitting under the kitchen table."
"They had to coax me out. Help me understand that even though they weren't my biological family, they were still..."
Mystik: "Your adopted family?"
"Just... my family."
Mystik: Swallowing emotion "Well, if I didn't like you before, Natalie, that sealed it. That kind of inner strength-"
"Oh, no. They were the strong ones. My Legends. I just wanted to crawl under the table and never come out."
Mystik: "You had the kitchen table, I had a bridge. I'd sit on the ledge every night. Dead husband. Dead son, or so I thought."
Mystik: "I'd ask the heavens for a sign. A reason to keep going."
"And you got one...?"
Mystik: "I did. He walked out from under that bridge and yell at me, in Korean, that he was trying to sleep."
Mystik: "He was 12 years old and all by himself. I was sixty... and just as alone."
"They were our angels..."
Mystik: "Here's the thing, honey. They're not angels. They're just... people."
Mystik: "WE made the choice to keep going. That's on US. Give yourself credit."
Mystik: "Whatever life throws at you, always know that you can take it. You can take anything."
"We're like... lightning rods."
Mystik: "Stronger than even we realize."
"I still miss him sometimes. When the house gets quiet. Especially at night."
Mystik: "My house is full of children and never quiet. And it still feels empty without Alexander."
"When did you realize he was... not... dead?"
Mystik: Labored breathed in "The second I saw my first Apex match, I know. he looks exactly the same.
Mystik: "What changed, the part in his hair? Worst disguise I'ver ever seen. He's not even trying."
Chuckles "Still... that must have hurt. You even had a funeral."
Mystik: "Oh, I was LIVID. To make your own mother believe... after all he put me through" pained breath "...you get it."
Mystik: "You'ver experienced it. But you never gave up on him. Not entirely. Watching you navigate your way around him in a way that I couldn't."
Mystik: pained breath "I never stopped loving Alexander, but you're the reason I started liking him again."
"I understand him more now. His language. It scares me sometimes, but... it's starting to make sense to me now."
"You should know it got pretty bad. He almost-"
Sound of paper rips
"...Ms. Ticacek, what is this?"
Mystik: "This is my contact info. I don't care what time it is, the next time you're feeling alone in your house, you reach out to me."
Mystik: "You're family now, honey. To them, and to me. My son thinks very, VERY highly of you, you know."
"He has been... supportive of my scientific work. In his own way."
Mystik: "That wasn't the son I was referring to..."
Mystik: "Well... look at that." Big breath "My heart appears to be working again, thanks to you."
Mystik: Big breath "So anyway, when they opened Olympus, I had to come. Sometimes a mother needs to step in before her sons go too far. Of course NOW they decide to... work together" Strained breath "leave the planet... when I show up."
Mystik: Strained breath, machines beeping in alarm "...Boys, ami... rite?"
"Mystik? What is it?"
Mystik: "Think I... need... Doc..."
"KATERINA?!?! Please don't die! PLEASE!"
Start to send sparks from her equipment "SOMEBODY, HELP US! HELP! HELLLLLP!!"
In the background, a doctor enters the room
The Moth and the Flame
These motion comics tell a folk tale from Boreas relating to Seer. Released July 16-18, 2021.
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The Moth and the Flame Chapter 01, released July 16, 2021.[9]
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The Moth and the Flame Chapter 02, released July 17, 2021.[10]
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The Moth and the Flame Chapter 03, released July 18, 2021.[11]
With Love, From Obi
This motion comic features Seer reading a letter to his parents. Released August 25, 2021.
Transcript
Dear nne m, nna m--
For a very long time, fear surrounded me.
From those who feared me, and my own fear about who I was.
But before I knew fear, I knew love... your love.
It came with me everywhere, even when I was alone.
I wore your love like a veil, it kept me safe.
Without your love, I would have disappeared,
Pulled under by the notions of others, drowned by their ignorance,
But, like your banga soup, your love kept me warm,
Protecting what little spark I had left inside, nurturing it long enough to deliver me to my destiny.
And now, that spark is a flame, roaring and proud.
And here I have made it, where I always dreamed, on this grand stage.
I feel the love of many now, from those who did not care to know the once scared boy who now stands before them a man...
except you.
You are my heat, my protectors, and the one who always saw me long before I saw myself.
A furum gi n'anya. From Obi.
Ready for Takeoff
This motion comic features Loba and Valkyrie meeting at the Firing Range and discussing revenge. Released October 29, 2021.[12]
Transcript
Loba stands at the Firing Range and shoots a P2020.
I hear some people go for walks when they need a break. Weirdos, right?
(chuckles) Yes, can't say I relate.
Loba continues to shoot her P2020 as Valkyrie fires an RE-45.
Meanwhile, this is exactly how I expected you to blow off steam.
Not the best shot in the Outlands by accident.
There's some stiff competition for that title.
And is that who you're trying to get off your mind?
You don't want to know who's on my mind.
Wow. Chick's luckier than she knows.
...Who are you talking about?
Wait, uh, who are you talking about?
The demonio, of course. Are you--
Oh, uh, um... Giving him too much space in your head, aren't ya?
I hardly have a choice.
Loba shoots her P2020.
Look. I'm not here to tell you how to live. But the longer this goes, the uglier it gets.
Well, aren't you full of wisdom. You don't know what I've been through.
Oh, I'm not exactly green here. Woke up one day and never saw my dad again.
Lucky you. I saw my father again. I wish I hadn't.
Oh, well, I mean if that's the measuring stick, I did too. Pulled what was left out of a wrecked Titan, then did whatever I could to get out here and get even. Have the scars to prove it.
Scars. Adorable. I was almost buried alive.
Well, burying me alive is the nicest thing some people would do if they ever found me.
In my line of work, we call those valuable customers.
Oh, is that why you're keeping the trashcan around? Valuable customer?
For someone so light on her feet, you tread heavily, Miss Imahara.
I'm just saying. You told me you had a chance to finish it. Why didn't you?
He thanked me for the opportunity. He wants nothing more than to leave this world. But he doesn't deserve peace. He deserves to suffer forever.
But then you'll suffer forever.
I seem to recall you had a rendezvous with the commissioner. But you didn't end it either.
Yeah, because he doesn't matter.
Valkyrie lets out two bursts from her RE-45.
I gave up two years, made too many enemies and dragged my mom across the universe for Kuben Blisk. He doesn't deserve to be the most important person in my life. If I went through with it, he would be. Forever.
Whatever I do now, it's gonna be about me. What I want.
It seems that what you want now is company.
I-is someone... offering?
I shouldn't be. Not while he's got his eyes on me.
Well, I've put enough dents between those light bulbs. Besides, he's had plenty of time to make good on it. Sounds to me like he's blowing smoke.
(sigh) It's late.
(clears throat) Yeah.
...and I'm feeling a bit peckish. I expect you are too?
Oh. Uh... Your treat?
Or yours. If I can outshoot you.
(laughs) Defend my title or treat a beautiful woman? Decisions, decisions...
Template:LegendProfile Ok, step aside, let me show you how to do this.
Loba and Valkyrie shoot and laugh together as the audio fades.
Maggie's Last Words
This motion comic features a letter to Fuse written by Mad Maggie before her presumed execution. Released March 16, 2022.[13]
Transcript
Kia ora big fullah!
Long time eh?
For a lot of things, come to think of it.
Long time since we shared a brew.
Long time since I've used a pen and parchment.
....or had to bloody spell parchment.
And a long time since we've talked.
I ain't bad at getting a mob riled up, but...
I never really took to the "real talk" thing.
A 30-30 usually said everything I needed to.
But now?
Syndicates got me in a cage, mate.
Ain't long 'till they make an example outta me. So, cuz?
We gotta kōrero.
Thought we wanted the same thing you and me. Freedom.
We fought for it, burned cities to the ground for it, but...
Maybe freedom means a whole lot of different things to a whole lot of different people.
To me, it means not being controlled by some egg who thinks he knows better.
To you? Maybe it means “following your heart”.
Always wondered what my last request would be.
Figured maybe a steak, or gettin’ to punch someone real important.
Turns out it was writin’ this bloody letter.
Anyway, better freshen up - the hangman's noose calls.
Thinkin' of ya.
Then, now, and always,
Mad Mag Margaret
An OTV Special Report
This motion comic features Seer taking part in an interview with Lisa Stone. Released July 13, 2022.[14]
Transcript
Lisa: Hello, I'm Lisa Stone with Outlands TV. We're here today with Obi Edolasim, known in the ring as Seer. Thanks for being here, Seer.
: It is my pleasure. Rest assured, there will be no technical difficulties today.
Lisa: (laughs) Glad to hear it. You've never accepted our requests for an interview before. Why now?
: I have no need for that kind of spotlight. I prefer my art to speak for itself, but my fellow outcasts called for me to speak, so I would like to thank them for their support.
Lisa: I'm sure they're all watching right now. You've made quite a splash in the Apex Games, and "Seer" has become a household name throughout the Outlands. Why did you choose that name?
: I wanted something that reflected going past the mundane to see the truth at its core. I toyed with a few ideas, but I think Seer suits me best.
Lisa: Because of your eyes?
: (laughs) That was part of it. All of my life I've been known by these eyes. I thought it was time I made them my own.
Lisa: And that's, of course, a reference to your "curse", correct? A calamitous gaze that some say resulted in the destruction of Boreas's moon.
: ... You speak of a fable.
Lisa: It's no fable that the moon's destruction has led to increasingly devastating weather patterns, dying ecosystems, and a shortage of food, among other catastrophes for the citizens of Boreas. According to a recent poll, a growing number of them list you as the reason for these disasters. How does that make you feel?
: I can only show them where my heart is. I've always strived to rise above those voices and inspire change. To encourage others to see the beauty around us, even in destruction.
Lisa: Ah, so you see yourself above the criticism?
: No, that that is not what I meant.
Lisa: You've found success with this image you've built. But with that success, detractors on your feed say you should be doing more to help Boreas. You've been - and I quote - "spouting inspirational phrases." The people of boreas can't fill their bellies with inspiration. Do you really think that there's beauty in their home falling apart? What are you truly doing to bring about tangible change?
: I... wanted...
Lisa: I've been looking over the transcripts from your last few games. You don't mention Boreas, or steps to change its fate, just your "outcasts". Have you spent any time doing philanthropy work on Boreas? Rebuilding damaged homes? Distributing food? Working with the displaced families? Or is most of your time spent participating in the Apex Games
: ...
Lisa: I see. I wonder what your fans think of that.
: These- these were not the questions that were given to me.
Lisa: My producer had some last minute notes.
: Thank you for inviting me to your show... you have given me a lot to think about.
Lisa: Of course. And that's our time.
Seer left
Lisa: thanks to Seer for letting us in on who he truly is. Next on Outlands TV, growth amongst the Syndicate planets takes a turn for the better, with Duardo Silva of Silva Pharmaceuticals at the helm. More on this after these messages.
An Untrackable Beast
This motion comic features Fuse and Bloodhound taking a hunting trip together. Released October 29, 2022.[15]
Transcript
: Dark, forebodin' forest, evil chompy creatures lying in wait, and me 'n' ol' Houndy on the hunt! If that ain't a great weekend, I don't know what is.
: I am... happ for the invitation, Walter Fitzroy.
: Well, what a best mates for, eh?
: Yes, now... to focus on the hunt-
: And speaking of "best mates" ...see um, we Salvonians ain't exactly expert communicators. Heh. Just ask Mags. So when we need to get somethin' off our chests, we let a little adventure grease the wheels.
: My wheels are sufficiently...greased, as you say.
: Are they? Ain't we got somethin' to talk about? Somethin' even the new kid smelled a mile off.
: Heimskr child... keep her observations to her-
: Houndy... if the new kid's talking about it... we oughta talk about it.
(Low growl can be heard far off)
: This is the rangr time to discuss.
: It's exactly the right time, isn't it? You and me. Sparks flyin', signals going back and forth, butt slaps reentering the conversation. But it all went cold. And I don't... I don't know why you're shuttin' me out.
: Walter-
(A large beast appears. It screams. Fuse fires his Rampage at it.)
: What we got mate, I ain't felt with anyone!
: I... really?
: Yeah, and all it took to rattle you was some kid pointing out what we both obviously feel.
: Nei, it- it is not her!
: So it's me then? Of course it's bloody me.
: Nei, Walter-
: Then what the bloody hell is it?
(Fuse fired his mortar. Bloodhound got on the head of the beast.)
: I... I...
(Bloodhound screams as they activate their Beast of the Hunt)
: I (Swing axe at head of beast) AM (Swing axe again) AFRAID!
(Bloodhound Swing axe once last time, and the beast collapsed)
(Both Fuse and bloodhound are surrounded by the fire of the Motherload. Bloodhound is holding the top of their helmet.)
: There is a beast that cannot be tracked or predicted. It is... wild. Untamable. It is love. Walter Fitzroy. To feel so much for someone... To allow such feelings. Sigh It is frightening. I lost Boone...
: Listen. I'll grant ya. She can be a rough ride, this life... but mate... I'm not going anywhere.
(Bloodhound unclasped their mask)
: Walter...
(Fuse and bloodhound kiss)
An Old Nemesis
This motion comic features Frances visiting Rampart at her shop. Released April 12, 2023.[16]
Frances: "Oh, Ramya. Don't I have an open invitation? I figured you'd want to confront your 'thieves'."
"Oh, you've got some nerve showin' up at my shop again, Franny. Ready for another arse-kicking?"
Frances: "Oh, you won that fight? Did I forget whose place burned down?"
(growls)
Frances: "Put your eyesore of a gun away. I didn't bring any matches today. I don't need to when your clients are fleeing like the shop's on fire already."
"Don't know what you're on about, mate. Rampart Mods is goin' stronger than ever."
Frances: "Oh, is it? What's the last thing you made that wasn't a drink with your name on the label? Your clients aren't buying cause there's nothing worth buying."
"Would'a had somethin' new to sell. If they weren't buying it from you."
Frances: "The Nemesis was fair game. After all, you designed it when you were one of us, but you couldn't finish it. I saw you tinkering with it when I came in. Still can't figure it out, huh?"
"Hmm. Was just seein' what a mess you made outta my creation."
Frances: "Want the secret? Maybe we'll tell you, if you come back to the crew."
(laughing) "Oh, is that what you came here to say? Yeah, sure. Of course. On my way. After all your attempts at ruining my life?"
Frances: "Big Sister's taking us legit, and she thinks you could be an asset."
(guffawing) "Legit? Oh, legit? You muppets? And me?"
Frances: "She knows your talent. That special touch you have that takes her work to the next level. This is your lifeline, Ramya."
"That mask of hers too tight? You got lucky with the Nemesis. Better milk that for as long as you can. Won't be too long before people see through your boring, derivative stolen designs. And they remember the 'special touch' of a real modder, like me."
Frances: "Oh, I'm a thief, but you're a 'modder'? What a fancy word for 'plaigarist'. I thought stealing is fine as long as it's done before a logo's been slapped on it. Isn't that where you came from, Sheila?"
"Sheila's grown past anyone else's design. I left that rubbish in the past with you and Big Sis."
Frances: "Believe what you want. It doesn't change the truth."
"You can tell Big Sis to shove it. And she's welcome to try to burn down my shop when I crush her again."
Frances: "Hmm. Whatever you say, Ramya. You want to know how the Nemesis works? Give us a call. We'll be here when you realize you only have one place to go."
"Don't you listen to her, Sheila. You're a Rampart special."
"Alright... And here's that special touch for you too-- Ah! Damn it!"
Father of the Outlands
This motion comic features Torres Silva visiting Ballistic at his estate. Released July 11, 2023.[17]
Transcript
(chuckling) "Ah. Mr. Silva. I don’t believe I left the door unlocked. I also don’t believe I gave security the night off."
Torres: "Do you really think they work for you, Mr. Brinkman? Directly or indirectly, there are a few in the Outlands who do not answer to me."
"Oh, very foreboding. Look, it’s past my bedtime, so I’m going to politely ask you to leave at gunpoint."
Torres: Let me ask you a question. Do you shoot all your problems, Mr. Brinkman?
"Just the ones that sit in my favorite chair. Whatever your game, I haven’t any interest. Out."
Torres: "Of course, Mr. Brinkman. Of course. Just one question. How far would you go to protect your son?"
"Threatening my boy’s a mistake. You bastard."
Torres: "Oh, is that what I am? It’s hard to say. I know little of my parents. Pull that trigger and your boy dies. You know this."
"We made a deal. I come out of retirement. You keep my son safe. You will not enjoy renegotiating the terms. "
Torres: "Terms? Renegotiation? No. This is but a casual house call where I’ll kill your son if you do not cooperate. Now tell me: how far would you go to protect him?"
"You know exactly how far. You’ve seen."
Torres: "Oh yes, everyone’s seen the grand sacrifice you’ve made. Oh talk shows, magazines, billboards. Very noble, living out your son’s dreams."
"His dreams would get him killed. He’s safe. Though he may hate me forever."
"Oh, that’s hardly a revelation. Anyone who turns on the news knows."
Torres: "No, no, Octavio’s not my-- There was someone before him. My joy, my tether to the earth."
"Oh, please don’t tell me Eduardo Silva had a soul once."
Torres: "My boy was sick. I moved the stars to find a cure. Silva Pharmaceuticals was built on this quest."
Torres: "I hurt people. Many people. Whatever it took to save my son. He begged me to stop, to let him go. I would not. And would you believe I found the cure? But too late. My son died hating the man I had become."
"I am sorry."
Torres: "And Octavio? That cure - my Stim - is the greatest medical breakthrough in humanity’s long history, and he uses it as a sports supplement."
Torres: "The life he has, the gifts… They should have been my son’s."
"You asked me how far a father would go, and yet you seem to know the answer better than most. So why are you really here?"
Torres: "I serve the Outlands as a father to his son, protecting the people from threats they do not yet see and cannot yet understand. There is no line I will not cross. Call it ruthless. It is. I am. But they are safe. A father’s burden is heavy, and I… I wondered… is it all worth it, August?"
"Huh, well, Nathaniel may never look at me the way he did when he was a boy. But at least he’s alive to hate me, Duardo."
Torres: "Hah, yes… good, yes."
"The most powerful man in the Outlands, and you came all this way because you needed someone to talk to."
Torres: "Would it shock you to hear highly paid sycophants do not make for great listeners? And Cherisse--"
"I wouldn’t want to appear weak to someone like her."
Torres: "Indeed. It is nice… having an old friend."
"We few, we happy few."
Torres: "He would make a fine Legend, wouldn’t he?"
"He’s my boy. He already is."
Torres: "Well, thank you, Mr. Brinkman. You have given me the resolve for what comes next."
"What comes next, Duardo?"
Torres: "It's Torres, actually. And the future, my friend. The future."
Kill Code: Interlude
Kill Code: Interlude 1
Transcript
"Jaime, Jaime... Look, I get you're worried, but there aren't any leads yet. Damn head could be anywhere."
"Yeah, I think so too. Sometimes I talk to her and it feels like she's... well, somewhere else. The longer this goes on with Revenant, the more I see her losing herself."
"Hey, chill! Revenant's just blowing steam. Sure he makes threats, but he still thinks I've got what he wants."
Loba opens the door, peering out curiously.
"Kairi?"
"One sec-"
"Listen - just focus on getting better, got it? I'll get the head back... and kill him. Promise. I gotta go."
"Hey, gorgeous. Heh. Sorry. Had to take a call."
"Is everything alright? I saw you rush outside."
"It was just my mom. She wanted to make sure I'd eaten dinner. Heh"
"Oh... Isn't she sweet... That was all?"
"Yep. That was all."
Kill Code: Interlude 2
Transcript
"Where do yuh think you're goin'? Yuh gotta go back to yuh cell."
"Outta my way. I've got business to attend to."
"You're a fugitive - yuh can't just go walkin' around however yuh like."
"Listen up, princess. We're about to go to war with Duardo Silva, so I need to get my crew ready for a fight. When we go head to head with that Syndicate dog, I'm gonna be prepared."
"Yuh not goin' anywhere. The Syndicate's keepin' an eye on all of yuh friends in Cracked Talon. If Duardo catches on, this operation is finished, and I'm not gonna let that happen."
"You'd better move, Che... Or I'll move ya myself."
"Hmph, yuh think so? Go on and try."
"Ah, hah, hah... Alright, I see how it is. Yer comin' along nicely, Che."
Kill Code: Interlude 3
Transcript
"So, how long do you think it'll take you to crack that data drive?"
"A normal encryption can take hours, but this one? Days. Whoever wrote it is good. This is Che and Kohere's operation, isn't it? What's your rush?"
"I have... something else I want you to look at. It's-
Alarm suddenly sounded from his console, while the screen glows red
"Ooh, What's happening to your screen?"
"아이씨 , someone is locking me out of the drive. When I opened it, it must have pinged one of the hackers on the project."
"Can you get it back?"
More alarm blared
"Of course; I'm a genius. But whoever's on Silva's payroll is talented. This isn't a matter of pressing a few keys..."
"It looks like it's getting worse."
"Stop talking. I need to focus."
Screen-glow goes back to a blue glow, while a positive sound beeped back
"Huh"
"What? What's wrong?"
"It's... done. Access is restored."
"That's what you were trying to do, no?"
"Yes, but... it was too easy. Like... they were letting me win somehow. Never mind. I'll keep working on this."
Mila "Sorry sir. I did my best. I- I just couldn't stop him. He's good."
Duardo Silva "I trust you are telling me the truth. Hmm, No matter. There is no stopping what's to come. I hope our friend is ready for his rebirth."
Unlucky Charm
This motion comic depicts a brief reunion between Lifeline and Octane. Released July 11, 2023.[18]
Transcript
"I wasn't sure you were gonna show, O."
"Yo, about that... Thought you were done with me, Che? You were all 'rat out your pops' and 'we're not friends anymore'! And you called me all the way out here to, what, start a crappy room appreciation club? Make me late for all the super importante meetings I'm a part of?"
"O, I asked you here because... I got you this."
"Wait... Is this... You dug Navi up and made his foot into a keychain? Whoa! Badass!"
"It's not a real rabbit's foot, O. The night we buried your pet rabbit... that's the last time I can remember where our parents had nothing to do with our friendship. When it was just ours, you know?"
"Yeah. Yeah, I-I-I know."
"We haven't been friendly for a while now, but... I just want us to be able to remember that time, is all."
sniffs "Hey, if you think I'm crying, I'm not. You don't know what's going on behind the goggles all the time."
"I know, Silva. I know."
A Little Voice
This motion comic shows Crypto's reasons for leaving the fight against Torres Silva. Released December 11, 2023.[19]
Transcript
"Wait. Duardo took the head? Where did he come from?"
"Snuck up on us while we were distracted. He was waiting for us to do his dirty work. <Korean>"
"I never did like him. And... now what?"
"Now, nothing. We barely got out. If I'd been caught... aish, it was stupid to help them in the first place. So I left."
"It's good to be helpful though."
"Hmph."
"Ah, and how is your eye?"
"<Korean> It's better."
"That's good. Luckily it was a small price to pay for some excitement."
"Excitement is overrated."
Beeping
"Mou? <Korean>"
"Crypto, thank god. You're not totally off the grid."
"Loba, slow do-"
"-an army of bodies, and he can control all of them."
"Did you say fighting an army of-"
"We have to get out of here. You can have your pick from my personal vault if you get us a ship now."
"No, no. You are not getting me wrapped up in this. <Korean> I'm done. Almost got me- Hey... Hey! Ya!"
"Gah. <Korean>"
"Ah. Tae Joon. Hey, hey, hey, what is it? What's wrong?"
"I- sigh"
"What's your location? I'll run a scan."
"You're an angel, Crypto. I owe you."
"Yeah, you do owe me. Stop talking before I change my mind. Thin out the army while I get you a way out."
Living the Dream
This motion comic depicts Conduit's struggles living among the Legends. Released January 4, 2024.
Transcript
Phone rings
"Ate! Kumusta ka? I- It's late? Sorry po, I thought everyone would still be up. I can call back another time. ...Oh, okay."
"Did you see today's game? We won!"
Diwa: "Oh, I did."
"I downed seven people! My team ran The Turtle. Pretty impressive, 'di ba?"
Diwa: "You're always impressive... Rowenna, eventually we need to talk about it."
"Siempre, but first, I- um, have you eaten?"
Diwa: "Of course I've eaten. I talked to Miss Lastimosa. I know everything, even the things you kept from me. It isn't just 'a Titan battery'. I know it's hurting you every time you use your 'abilities'. Yes, I listen to your podcast. I know why your veins glow. And that the damage is lasting. It's that Monarch. You need to quit."
"Miss Len told you everything... The pain is manageable. Tiny..."
Diwa: "The family only cheers you on because they don't know what's really going on. I do."
"I cheered for you and dad and-"
Diwa: "I know you're doing this because I fell asleep at work, but I can handle myself."
"What I'm doing isn't any different from what any of you did. You were crushed under that machine, Ate-"
Diwa: "Ro-ro, what's wrong? Something's wrong."
"Nothing. Everything's fine. Everything's great."
Diwa: "Ro-ro, have 'you' eaten?"
"I have, I have! Masarap. So much food. It's just that... there's too much food. Every time. And I don't know what to do with it. Because you're all not here. Octane eats a lot of it, but he blends it into these shakes-"
Diwa: "Ah."
"That's not to say he isn't nice, he is nice. Everyone is nice. Very nice. Pero, there's no one to talk to. Everyone else is friends, it's hard to... join. I feel like an imposter."
A crash is heard on the other end.
"That sounded bad. I should let you go, Ate."
Diwa: "No, no."
"Can you tell everyone I- I miss them?"
Diwa: "Mamaya. Don't hang up, I'll stay. Gibraltar seems nice. Speaking Tagalog ba? Horizon invited you out? And your first game, triple kill? Then this one your team did Turtles?"
"They're just being nice."
Diwa: "I think they want to be your friends, Ro-ro."
crying "I really love it here... But I... I didn't think this part would be this hard. Sorry, you wanted to talk about the battery..."
Diwa: "Shhh. We'll talk about all of that another day. Ay, I should tell you about the neighbors! You will not believe what I saw their dog playing with...
