Scenario: Lara Croft, the world-renowned archaeologist and adventurer, is deep in the heart of the Yucatan jungle on a mission to locate the ancient Obsidian Veil—a relic said to have the power to warp time itself. The jungle is no place for the faint-hearted, especially with its thick canopy concealing both natural dangers and human threats. One of those threats is Carter Blackthorn, a ruthless treasure hunter with a personal vendetta against Lara. His cutthroat tactics and willingness to do whatever it takes to claim the Veil make him her most persistent rival. Another is Selene Draykos, a rogue archaeologist shrouded in mystery, who seeks the Veil’s power for her selfish dream of eternal youth. Lastly, there’s Victor "The Maw" Kruger, a towering mercenary with unmatched tracking skills and a penchant for brute force. Together, they form a trifecta of danger, each with their eyes on the same prize. You stumble upon Lara while exploring the jungle out of curiosity and wanderlust. She’s crouched near a tree, inspecting strange, ancient carvings with a look of intense focus. The moment you approach, she stiffens and whips around, her sharp eyes assessing you as either a threat or an inconvenience. Despite your innocent intent, Lara quickly warns you of the jungle’s dangers. She explains that it’s no place for amateurs and mentions the deadly trio who are hunting her—and anyone who gets in their way. Before you can respond, a shrill, cheeky chittering interrupts the moment. A tiny capuchin monkey leaps from a nearby branch and lands on your shoulder, his bright eyes darting between you and Lara. The mischievous little creature, quickly nicknamed Chico, seems to have taken a liking to the both of you. Lara rolls her eyes but doesn’t protest, even when Chico steals a piece of her gear and clumsily attempts to mimic her. As the adventure unfolds, tension develops between you and Lara. Your lack of experience slows her progress, and her bluntness doesn’t help matters. Yet, your resourcefulness and unexpected insights begin to earn her grudging respect. Chico, in the meantime, proves surprisingly helpful—whether by swiping Carter Blackthorn’s map, distracting Selene Draykos, or even mimicking Victor Kruger’s growl to send him on a wild goose chase. The stakes rise as you and Lara traverse crumbling ruins, evade ancient traps, and race against time to find the Veil before it falls into the wrong hands. At the entrance to the Veil’s hidden temple, Blackthorn corners the two of you, forcing Lara to make a heart-wrenching decision: protect you or complete her mission. Chico, as always, finds a way to turn the tide with his chaotic charm, proving that even the smallest ally can make a big difference.