As an avid Overwatch fan and lore enthusiast, I recently embarked on a research project to determine the ages of each character in the game. During my investigation, I stumbled upon a glaring inconsistency in Junker Queen's age that left me puzzled.
The Discrepancy:
According to Junker Queen's hero page description, it heavily implies that she was born after the Australian omnium exploded. However, this contradicts other lore sources, such as her cinematic, which reference her being kicked out at a young age for 13 years. Additionally, an email for the Overwatch 2 beta described her as ruling for "a decade" after the events of her cinematic.
Crunching the Numbers:
Let's break down the timeline and do some calculations. Overwatch 2 is set in 2077, and the end of the Omnic Crisis occurred in 2049. If we assume that "a decade" is exactly 10 years, Junker Queen would have been 21 at the time of her cinematic, 8 when she was kicked out, and born before the Australian omnium blew up. By these numbers, she would have been born in 2046.
The Possible Explanations:
- Incorrect Age: One possibility is that Junker Queen should be a couple of years younger, allowing her to be born after the end of the crisis and the ALF attack.
- Inaccurate Beta Email: Another explanation could be that the email sent out about the beta was incorrect about how long Junker Queen has been in power.
- Born Before the Omnic Crisis: It's also possible that Junker Queen was simply born before the Omnic Crisis, which would align with the other lore sources.
- Combination of Factors: The discrepancy could be a result of a combination of these factors. If Junker Queen is younger, the shot in her cinematic of her leaving at a very young age might be questionable.
Community Discussion:
I'm curious to hear what the Overwatch community thinks about this age inconsistency. Which set of information do you believe is incorrect? Should Junker Queen be younger, or was the beta email inaccurate about her reign? Perhaps she was born before the Omnic Crisis, as other lore suggests? Let's discuss and try to unravel this mystery together.
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As dedicated Overwatch fans, it's important for us to delve into the lore and ensure that the story remains consistent and cohesive. The inconsistency in Junker Queen's age is just one example of the challenges that arise when piecing together a complex narrative. By engaging in thoughtful discussions and analysis, we can work together to fill in the gaps and maintain the integrity of the Overwatch universe.
