Recap - Act 1
RECAP
Jinx faked her death after the war in Piltover, disappearing to start a new life far from the chaos that had consumed her. Fearing that Warwick—once Vander—would be hunted down or experimented on due to his monstrous transformation, she took him with her. Together, they vanished into the unknown, leaving behind grieving friends and a city in ruins. For months, Ekko dedicated himself to rebuilding Piltover and Zaun, pouring his energy into healing the scars left by the conflict.
Amid the reconstruction, Ekko stumbled upon an old photograph among Benzo’s belongings, hinting at a mysterious chapter in Benzo’s past. The photo depicted a windmill in a place called Kalstead, and curiosity drove Ekko to investigate. Upon arriving, he found a quiet city shrouded in mystery. Locals spoke in hushed tones about a growing rebellion against a ruthless mercenary guild, and Ekko soon learned that the windmill in the photograph was tied to Ravenhurst, a nearby town. A chance meeting with Maya, a bus conductor who recognized the photograph, led him to Ava, her mother and a key figure in the rebellion.
In Ravenhurst, Ava revealed Benzo’s history in Kalstead as part of a hunting crew that once faced a cunning beast in the surrounding jungle. As Ekko pieced together Benzo’s connection to Kalstead, he began to notice signs that Jinx might still be alive. Her distinctive graffiti marked the walls, and the traps set for mercenaries bore her unmistakable touch. Whispers among the locals hinted that a mysterious figure had inadvertently sparked the rebellion, fueling Ekko’s hope that Jinx was not only alive but actively opposing the mercenaries.
The fragile resistance came under threat when the mercenary guild marched on Ravenhurst to crush the rebellion. Despite Ava’s initial reluctance, Ekko joined the fight, using his speed and ingenuity to protect the people. His efforts showcased his leadership and resourcefulness, but the battle took an unexpected turn when Rengar, a renowned hunter, and his crew intervened. They revealed they were tracking a "hex beast," which Ekko suspected was connected to Jinx and Warwick, though he kept this revelation to himself.
Rengar and his hunters pursued Warwick deep into the jungle, eventually cornering the hextech-enhanced monster. Warwick’s monstrous strength and savagery proved overwhelming, and while Rengar fought valiantly.Jinx intervened, creating chaos with her explosives and traps. Exploiting the hunters’ distraction, she managed to escape on Warwick’s back into the dense jungle. Determined to reach her, Ekko gave chase on his hoverboard, eventually catching up. During their emotional encounter, Jinx revealed herself but remained emotionally distant, rejecting Ekko’s attempts to reconcile. She paralyzed him with a net before vanishing with Warwick once again, leaving Ekko shaken but more determined than ever to uncover her motives and the truth behind her actions.
Unbeknownst to Ekko, Swain—the cunning Noxian tactician—had been manipulating events from the shadows, using the mercenary guild to sow chaos. Jinx and Warwick’s defiance had disrupted his plans, prompting him to track them down. Swain’s pursuit led him to Kalstead, where he clashed with Jinx and Warwick in a brutal confrontation. Swain, accompanied by his demonic raven, nearly overpowered them, but Ekko intervened, wielding a petricite artifact once used by Ambessa to counter Swain’s magical abilities. This allowed Jinx and a young girl named Tali to escape on Warwick’s back while Ekko held the line. Despite his efforts, Ekko was ultimately defeated, and when Swain prepared to finish him, Rengar and his group arrived, forcing Swain to retreat.
Back in Ravenhurst, the people tended to Jinx’s injuries. Meanwhile, the hunters attempted to capture Warwick, but the people refused to hand him over. Reluctantly, the hunters left, but the tension between the factions remained. Swain, undeterred, turned his attention to Mireya, the second-in-command of the mercenary guild, using her as a puppet to further his schemes in Kalstead.
As the dust settled, Demacia began to take notice of Swain’s involvement. Quinn, a skilled ranger, reported her findings to the kingdom, prompting Prince Jarvan IV and his loyal aide, Xin Zhao, to travel to Kalstead with a detachment of soldiers. Kara, a hunter from Rengar’s group, revealed herself to be a Demacian agent and joined the effort. Amid a celebration in Kalstead, the Demacians forged an alliance with Kalstead to prepare for a potential Noxian assault. Meanwhile, Jinx, now Powder to the people of Kalstead, stood ready to protect her new home, determined to leave behind the chaos of her past and embrace her newfound identity.
Meanwhile, in Piltover, Caitlyn had spent months investigating Jinx’s supposed death, haunted by the lack of concrete evidence. Her persistence finally paid off when she uncovered information pointing to Kalstead as Jinx and Warwick’s new refuge. Realizing the significance of this discovery, Caitlyn informed Vi. Then together, the two prepared to travel to Kalstead.
PLACE: KALSTEAD
Kalstead is an island nation nestled between Noxus and Demacia. Ravenhurst, a small town on the island, is located about an hour’s journey from the main city, Kalstead City.
NEW CHARACTERS
Hunter Group
Rengar (Commander of the Hunters)
- Features: Seven feet tall, a white lion with an eyepatch, massive clawed hands, and a horned shoulder blade. Wields a sword and retractable metal claws.
- Character: Fierce and instinctive, Rengar values the thrill of the hunt above all else. His leadership is marked by a no-nonsense attitude and loyalty to his team.
- Notable Arc: Faces Warwick in battle, recognizing him as a formidable foe. He has come to Kalstead to capture Warwick.
Eren
- Features: Lean and quick with sharp features, carries a crossbow and daggers.
- Character: A confident but occasionally brash hunter. Enjoys teasing his comrades but takes his role seriously during critical moments.
Alva
- Features: Tall and wiry with long black hair tied back. Wields a spear and is skilled in tracking.
- Character: Calm and observant, often acting as the voice of reason within the group. Has a quiet humor that surfaces in lighter moments.
Jorik
- Features: Burly and broad with a heavy axe strapped to his back.
- Character: Loyal and protective, often the muscle of the group. Despite his intimidating exterior, he shows a softer side in moments of camaraderie.
Kara
- Features: Stocky with braided hair and a longbow slung across her shoulder.
- Character: Sarcastic and pragmatic, she’s quick to call out flaws in plans but equally quick to step up when needed.
- Notable Arc: She saved Ekko from Swain by attacking him with an arrow. It was later revealed that she is a Demacian ranger, working under Quinn.
Thorne
- Features: Lithe with sandy blonde hair and a set of throwing knives.
- Character: A tactical thinker, often analyzing situations before acting. Has a quiet intensity and prefers actions over words.
Ravenhurst
Ava
- Features: Elderly with a weathered face, sharp eyes, and a commanding presence.
- Character: The de facto leader of Ravenhurst’s rebellion. A strategist who carries the weight of protecting her people.
- Notable Arc: Guides the town’s resistance against the fake mercenary guild while reconnecting with Ekko and revealing parts of Benzo’s past.
Maya
- Features: Mid-30s with short brown hair, practical attire, and an approachable demeanor.
- Character: Ava’s right hand, her daughter and a key figure in the rebellion. Balances her seriousness with moments of lightheartedness.
- Notable Arc: Bonds with Ekko during his time in Ravenhurst.
Tali
- Features: A young girl with animalistic features and blue-dyed hair, giving her a wild, untamed appearance.
- Character: Friends to Jinx and Warwick. Protective and unpredictable, Tali embodies the primal side of nature.
- Notable Arc: Tali tracked down Jinx into the jungle, bringing her pastries, where she encountered Swain.
Noxus & Mercenaries
Mireya
- Features: Fiery red hair, sharp features, with a no-nonsense, battle-ready stance.
- Character: A skilled fighter and second-in-command in the mercenary guild. While she isn't a leader, she is fiercely capable and operates independently, with a cold, calculating nature.
- Notable Arc: Initially operating alone, Mireya is eventually manipulated by Swain, becoming a key part of his plans.
Swain
- Features: Cloaked in shadows, with dark hair streaked with gray. His left arm is a twisted, glowing metal construct that exudes a menacing power. Always accompanied by a raven, which mirrors his unsettling intelligence.
- Character: Grand General of Noxus. A master manipulator and strategist, Swain commands from the shadows with cunning and authority. He exudes a sense of dangerous control and a calculating, often cold, demeanor.
- Notable Arc: As the mastermind behind the fake mercenary guild, Swain pulls the strings in the background, using his intellect and dark powers to orchestrate events. His motivations remain shrouded in mystery, and his presence is a constant threat to anyone who crosses him.
Demacia
Jarvan IV
- Features: Golden hair, youthful face, and a sword at his waist that represents his royal lineage. Despite his noble bearing, his nervous energy often betrays his youth.
- Character: A young man barely in his twenties, Jarvan IV is filled with determination to prove his worth to his father and the people of Demacia. His nervousness comes from the constant pressure to live up to his legacy, but he is eager to prove himself in battle and leadership.
Xin Zhao
- Features: Silver hair, imposing stature, and a calm, disciplined presence.
- Character: Xin Zhao is a loyal, steadfast protector with a deep sense of duty to Jarvan IV and Demacia. His wisdom and experience make him a reliable guide for the young prince.
Quinn
- Features: Athletic build, short brown hair, amber eyes, always accompanied by her eagle, Valor.
- Character: A dedicated Demacian ranger-knight, serious, perceptive, and protective.
- Notable Arc: Quinn uncovers signs of Swain’s presence in Kalstead, sensing that he is up to something dangerous, though the full extent of his plans remains unclear.