Apex Legends

Valkyrie's backstory has been one of the virtually heady parts about her upcoming addition to Apex Legends, and today we learned some other piece of her identity: Valkyrie is gay.

It seems pretty clear that Respawn Entertainment is committed to inclusion and diverseness in Noon Legends. With characters of all races, sexualities, and gender identities, the game's roster is one of the most diverse in the industry to engagement.

In an interview with MoonLiteWolf, Valkyrie voice actress Erika Ishii and Apex Legends senior author Tom Casiello revealed that Kairi Imahara, code proper noun Valkyrie, is a lesbian.

More: Apex Legends Valkyrie – Abilities Explained and Release Appointment

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Speaking on the expected positive fan reaction to Valk'southward orientation, Ishii said that, "Respawn put out the free energy that they wanted to get back. They launched with such an incredibly various roster," she continues, "and by cultivating that kind of customs and drawing a hard line proverb, 'this is what nosotros want in our community,' that's what you become."

Casiello continued with the sentiment saying, "I kind of love that she owns her sexuality outright and isn't ashamed of it." Going on to speak most the initial reaction to the game'south diverseness, he said, "if yous have a problem with the fact that we're launching with ii black women, if you take a trouble with the fact that we have a non-binary character, we don't want you playing our game. 'Adieu.'"

More than Apex Legends

For more on Apex Legends, brand sure to check out this article detailing some of the new features being added to the game when Legacy goes live on May iv, 2022. You can notice our full coverage right here.

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Peter Hunt Szpytek

Peter is from Chicago. He's played more JRPG'southward than he can count despite being not totally keen at them and you can usually notice him on the weekends dropping hot in Noon Legends. When non holding a controller, he's at the gym trying to go in shape for his next cosplay.