Up Close and Personal
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| “ | James "The Forge" McCormick earned his way into the Apex Games by the way of the Hyper-Fighting Federation. With his charm, looks and signature shiny medallion, he's been hailed as the "People's Champion." While some think he's not ready for the Games, Jimmy's confident his industrial-mining Shatter Gauntlets will crush any doubts. And with the full backing of Hammond Robotics, Forge is poised to make his mark in the Arena. |
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| Release date | Jan 27, 2020 |
| Production | Passion Pictures [1] |
| Length | 1:07 |
| Promotes | Season 4, Revenant |
| Previous | Forever Family |
| Next | The Old Ways |
Up Close and Personal is a Stories from the Outlands animated short released on January 27, 2020, to promote 
Season 4.
Synopsis
In an exclusive report from Outlands TV, field correspondent Lisa Stone interviews five-time Hyperfighting Federation champion James "The Forge" McCormick; backed by Hammond Robotics, the fighter has announced his intention to join the Apex Games. Less than a minute into the interview, Revenant sneaks onto set and impales Forge from behind, killing him. The broadcast immediately cuts off.
Details and easter eggs
- This interview was conducted in the train station at Sorting Factory on World's Edge, and prior to the release of the short, the set could be seen in-game. After the release, a Death Box was added containing Forge's medallion; picking it up would add the Steel Cut weapon charm to the player's collection.
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