Lara Croft
Lara Croft | |
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Aliases | N/A |
First Appearance | Tomb Raider (1996) |
Other Appearances | Tomb Raider 2 (1997) Tomb Raider 3 (1998) Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (2000) Tomb Raider: Chronicles (2000) Tomb Raider: Angel of Darkness (2003) Tomb Raider: Legend (2006) Tomb Raider: Anniversary (2007) Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008) |
Sex | Female |
Nationality | British |
Age | 21 |
Preferred Weapons | Dual Pistols (Original Series) Grappling Hook (Reboot) Bow (Reboot) |
Allies | Conrad Roth |
Enemies | Island Inhabitants (Reboot) |
Notable Traits | A resourceful brave and tenacious explorer. |
Identifying Features | Has always been seen with a bandage on her right arm. And always wears a pony tail. |
Affiliation | N/A |
Voice Actor | Camilla Luddington (Reboot) |
In Tomb Raider, Lara Croft isn't the well-composed aristocrat players know from past games. This Lara is an approachable 21-year-old college girl still studying archaeology.
Getting a job and being socially accepted are at the forefront of her mind. She is out to make a name for herself.
One of the major changes to her character, one which the media and Crystal Dynamics have emphasized, is her naivety. Her previous cool, callous demeanor has been replaced by a girl that's scared out of her mind.
Character Development In this new installation of the Tomb Raider series Square Enix has made several statements, in published interviews, that state that Lara will truly evolve in the new game. Lara may begin as a frightened insecure college student, but by the end of the game she is said to grow with the player to become the strong standing character that fans have come to know and love. It has been said that through the dirt and grime, through the suffering and pain, Lara will transform to the primal headstrong explorer that is needed to survive.
Official Biography A bit of a workaholic, Lara is an unassuming and rather bookish young woman, making her way through life in search of meaning and direction after the disappearance of her parents while on an expedition. She is a product of a privileged childhood, and was initially sheltered from many of the harsh realities of life. Growing up, Lara spent time travelling with her parents on archaeological expeditions. She developed a worldly outlook and a passion for ancient mysteries.
The search for Yamatai marks her first job after graduating from university. Although it is her first time as a full crewmember, it is not her first time on the Endurance. She spent time in her early adolescence on the ship when her father used to hire Roth for expeditions, and took several smaller trips more recently as an intern when she could get time away from her studies. Her best friend Samantha and the crew of the Endurance are the closest thing to family that Lara has.
She possesses a powerful sense of moral (if not physical) courage. Lara is clever, resourceful and determined. When push comes to shove, Lara’s loyalty to her friends outweighs her fear for her own safety.