The Rapture Crew

Lore & Background

The crew's mission was fraught with peril as they encountered not only Kong but also the mechanical rival Godzilla created by Apex. Their presence on Skull Island inadvertently triggered a chain of events leading to the final battle between the two Titans. Despite their corporate origins, several members formed unexpected bonds with Jia and recognized the sanctity of Kong's domain. Their survival hinged on cooperation rather than conquest.

In Their Own Story

The submersible hummed deep beneath the ocean surface, lights cutting through the crushing dark. Bernie Hayes checked the monitors one last time before signaling the descent into the Hollow Earth. 'Remember,' he told his team over comms, 'we're here for the axe.' The water outside was silent, but the ground ahead trembled with ancient power.

Reader's Guide

The group's primary purpose was to retrieve the Kong axe from Skull Island to equip Mechagodzilla. Led by Bernie Hayes, they utilized advanced Apex Cybernetics equipment and a specialized submersible for entry. Their interaction with Kong was initially hostile but shifted after encountering Jia. They realized Kong protected the Hollow Earth and that their mission threatened an ancient balance. Ultimately, the crew survived the expedition despite Mechagodzilla's destruction. Their fate involved returning to the surface world as witnesses to the Titans' alliance, leaving behind their corporate mandate for a more cautious approach.

Did You Know?

• Bernie Hayes was originally part of Monarch before defecting to Apex Cybernetics.
• The crew's submersible allowed them to bypass Skull Island's perimeter defenses.
• Ilene Andrews played a crucial role in decoding the Iwi tribe's history during the mission.