Lara Croft showed a knack for adventure from a young age, always drawn to the thrill of discovery. But before she became the world-famous Tomb Raider, she was mentored by Professor Werner Von Croy, a renowned archaeologist-adventurer. The story of how Von Croy became Lara’s mentor is explained in the Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation game manual. 

By chance one day Lara came across a copy of National Geographic on the hall table. The front cover featured a familiar name – Professor Werner Von Croy. A respected archaeologist, Von Croy had once lectured at Lara’s school to pupils and parents alike. The experience had a profound effect on Lara, triggering a desire for travel to remote locations in search of adventure. In some ways Von Croy had become an inspirational figure for Lara. 

As Lara read further, she learned that Von Croy was currently preparing for an archaeological tour across Asia, culminating in a potential new discovery to be made in Cambodia. Unable to contain herself, Lara burst into the room, thrust the article in front of her parents and without hesitation demanded she accompany Von Croy on his expedition. Lord Croft could hardly disagree that travel was an education in itself. 

As Lara argued the case further, he found himself walking over to the desk and penning a letter to Von Croy, introducing himself as an influential society figure and offering financial assistance in exchange for his daughter’s place on the expedition. 

Von Croy’s reply assured the Henshingly Crofts that the territories were friendly and that he had ample experience to look after both his and Lara’s well being. Lara’s company as an assistant would be welcome, as was the offer of such a generous cheque. He remembered Lara from his lecture – her incessant yet insightful questions had made quite an impression upon him. 

And so it was agreed by all that Lara would accompany Von Croy for the duration of the tour… 

Von Croy’s lack of respect for ancient sites destined Lara to return alone from the trip.

Experience all three adventures and discover what fate has in store for Werner Von Croy in Tomb Raider IV–VI Remastered. 

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Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation