Aloy, the Nora Brave and Seeker, is a machine hunter. She can save the world. No doubt about it. If you explore the Horizon universe, you likely want to know more about Aloy and her friends. You’ve come to the right place. Let’s explore Aloy and her world.
Aloy’s Age: A Timeline of Tribulations
First, let’s sort out Aloy’s age. She doesn’t have a driver’s license, but we can figure it out.
Aloy’s Age in General
Aloy is around 20 during the Horizon games. She was born in 3021. Don’t forget her birthday on April 4th!
Horizon Zero Dawn begins in 3039. Believe it or not, Horizon Forbidden West also occurs in 3039. Time flows at the speed of plot convenience.
Aloy’s Age During the Proving
the Proving? That trial to become a Nora Brave? Timing is key. Aloy turned 18 on April 4th, 3039, just in time for the Proving. Cut it close!
Aloy’s Age as a Child
We see young Aloy, which is both cute and sad. She finds her Focus at six years old. Even then, she was probably smarter than many adults.
Age Progression Through the Games
The prologue of Horizon Zero Dawn moves ahead twelve years after Aloy finds her Focus. By the time the main story starts, Aloy is 18, prepared to face challenges.
Then, Horizon Forbidden West takes place about six months after Zero Dawn. Aloy’s age rises to 19 or nearly 20. So she stays in her late teens or early twenties while battling machines.
The Age Spectrum of Aloy’s Crew
Aloy doesn’t save the world alone. She has a quirky group of allies. Let’s check out their ages.
- Erend: Erend, the Oseram Vanguard, is in his early to mid-20s during Zero Dawn. He seems experienced yet young.
- Kotallo: The stoic Tenakth warrior is about 24 or 25 years old by 3041. Young and already a Sky Chief.
- Avad: King Avad, ruler of the Nora, is in his 30s. He manages a kingdom and machine threats. Sounds fitting for someone in their thirties.
- Nil: The mysterious hunter appears to be in his 20s or 30s. His age and motives are unclear.
- Varl: Reliable Varl is 25. He s Aloy while she tackles challenges.
Decoding Aloy: More Than Just a Machine Hunter
Aloy is more than her age or combat skills. Let’s explore her traits.
Aloy’s Physical Form
Aloy stands at 1.68 meters or about 5 feet 6 inches tall. She has long red hair and freckles on her cheeks. The developers created the classic fiery warrior look.
The Voice Behind the Bravery
Aloy comes to life thanks to Ashly Burch’s voice acting. The visual inspiration was Dutch actress Hannah Hoekstra. Hannah could be what Aloy looks like in real life.
Why Does Aloy Talk to Herself? (And Should We Be Concerned?)
Aloy sometimes mutters to herself. This is more than just narration. It’s a character trait. Aloy developed this habit as a coping mechanism due to being an outcast for years.
Aloy’s Romantic Journey: Love in the Machine Age?
Saving the world isn’t all her focus. Aloy has feelings too. Let’s discuss her relationships.
Aloy and Seyka: A Spark in the Burning Shores
Seyka appears in the Burning Shores DLC. Seyka is significance for Aloy as they share genuine romantic feelings. If players choose wisely, Aloy and Seyka share a kiss amid chaos.
Aloy’s Sexual Orientation: Confirmations and Speculations
For some time, people speculated about Aloy’s sexuality. Some considered she might be asexual due to a lack of romantic interest in previous games. However, Burning Shores shows she is likely a lesbian. It adds representation.
Other Characters and Aloy: Missed Connections?
Some characters showed interest in Aloy, even without success.
- Erend (again): Erend liked Aloy. He saw similarities with Ersa, someone he cared for deeply. But she turned down his attempts. Friend zone established.
- Petra: The Oseram from Chainscrape flirts with Aloy each time they meet. Petra expresses interest, but Aloy stays focused on saving the world rather than romance.
Unraveling Aloy’s Background: More Than Meets the Eye
Aloy’s beginnings are mysterious in Zero Dawn, but truths emerge slowly through the story.
Aloy’s Origins: The Clone Revelation
In Horizon Zero Dawn, we find out that Aloy is a clone of Elisabet Sobeck. Elisabet was a brilliant scientist behind GAIA and humanity’s chance after disaster. In a way, Elois is the daughter Elisabet never had.
Rost: The Father Figure
Rost was Aloy’s adoptive father. He was an outcast and raised her in wilds. His sacrifice influences Aloy greatly, shaping her into a hero.
Beta: The Twin Twist
Then comes Beta, another clone of Elisabet created by Far Zenith. Genetically, she’s Aloy’s twin sister. This adds sibling rivalry to an already complex narrative.
Horizon Universe: Beyond Aloy’s Adventures
The Horizon universe expands beyond Aloy’s main games. Let’s take a quick look at related content.
Horizon Series Expansion
Horizon Call of the Mountain released on February 22, 2023, for PlayStation VR2. VR machine hunting sounds intense!
The big question remains: will there be a Horizon 3? The success of earlier games makes it likely. What threats will await Aloy? We’ll have to wait and see.
Avoid confusion with other game titles like Forza Horizon 6. Reports suggest its launch may occur in 2025, while we hoped for 2024 instead.
Horizon Setting: Wait, the Civil War?
This part is odd. Some online chatter claims that Horizon is set during the Civil War (1861-1865). The timeline doesn’t match with robot dinosaurs and tech seen in games. Likely just a misunderstanding somewhere. Horizon is definitely post-apocalyptic sci-fi.
LGBTQ+ Representation in Horizon: More Than Just Aloy
Aloy and Seyka stand out for LGBTQ+ representation so far. Yet, there are many LGBTQ+ characters present in Horizon as well.
Aloy, being a clone of Elisabet Sobeck, adds another layer to representation discussions since some view Elisabet as queer.
Horizon Movie: From Game to Big Screen
The Horizon film series is finally coming! Kevin Costner confirmed plans for at least four installments as of May 2024. Four movies on Horizon? Get ready for excitement!
Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2: A Different Horizon
The release for Kevin Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2, got postponed from August 16, 2024. The first film, Horizon: Chapter 1, failed at the box office.
This creates confusion with other “Horizons” competing for attention right now.
This provides you with a thorough look into Aloy’s world, her age, her character traits, and the broader Horizon universe. Now you can impress friends or appreciate Aloy on another level. Happy hunting!
