Have you been playing Ubisoft’s latest open-world adventure, Immortals Fenyx Rising? If so, you may be wondering if the main character, Fenyx, is actually the child of the Greek god Hermes. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the evidence and theories surrounding this question.
The Evidence
The idea that Fenyx is Hermes’ child stems from a few different pieces of evidence within the game. Firstly, there are several references to Hermes throughout the story.
He is mentioned by other characters and his statue can be found in various locations. Additionally, Fenyx possesses a unique ability called “Hermes’ Agility,” which allows her to sprint faster and climb higher than other characters.
But perhaps the most compelling piece of evidence is a conversation between Zeus and Prometheus early on in the game. The two discuss Fenyx’s parentage, with Zeus implying that he knows something about Fenyx’s past:
Zeus: “I know who you are. You’re playing with fire, Prometheus.”
Prometheus: “I am not playing with anything.”
Zeus: “You like to think you’re above us all.. but your fate is bound to ours. You cannot escape it.”
Prometheus: “I have escaped it.”
Zeus: “You’ve simply delayed it.So tell me. which one of them did it?”
Prometheus: “What are you talking about?”
Zeus: “Ha! You know what I’m talking about. The trials. my little Fenyx. or is it Alexios? I hear both were very competent.”
This exchange strongly implies that Zeus knows something about Fenyx’s past and parentage, and that there may be some connection to Alexios from Assassin’s Creed Odyssey (which takes place in the same universe).
The Theories
So, if Hermes is Fenyx’s father, why hasn’t it been explicitly stated in the game? There are a few theories that attempt to explain this:
- It will be revealed later in the story: Some players believe that the game is building up to a big reveal about Fenyx’s parentage, and that Hermes will eventually be confirmed as her father.
- It’s meant to be ambiguous: Others argue that the game intentionally leaves Fenyx’s parentage vague in order to allow players to interpret it however they want. This would fit with the game’s overall theme of myth and storytelling.
- It’s a nod to Assassin’s Creed Odyssey: Finally, some players speculate that the references to Alexios and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey are simply Easter eggs for fans of the series, and that there is no deeper connection between the two games.
The Bottom Line
So, does Hermes know that Fenyx is his child? The answer is still unclear.
While there are several hints and references throughout Immortals Fenyx Rising that suggest a connection between Fenyx and Hermes, nothing has been confirmed outright. It could be that Ubisoft is saving a big reveal for later in the story, or it could be that they want players to make up their own minds about Fenyx’s parentage. Whatever the case may be, it’s clear that there is plenty of speculation and debate surrounding this topic among fans of the game.