Summary
- Fable's latest trailer introduces Humphry, a retired hero and key character who may play a larger role in the game than initially anticipated.
- Humphry's past ties to Fable's villain suggest he may act as a mentor to the new protagonist, offering guidance and valuable skills throughout the story while warning them not to end up like his previous student.
- With a deep history and important connections, Humphry could potentially be one of the most pivotal characters in Fable, shaping the player's journey.
Four years after its announcement and one year since its first gameplay trailer, Playground Games' upcoming action RPG Fable received another exclusive look at its story and gameplay during the Xbox Games Showcase. At this point, it's still unclear whether Fable will follow in the footsteps of its predecessors when it comes to gameplay and tone, as it seems to be an entirely different take on the series and its most explicit details have yet to be disclosed. Even so, what has been revealed so far has shown Fable to have full comprehension of its fantasy roots, as well as its characters and their exaggerated designs.
While Fable's protagonist has been at the height of discussion and debate surrounding the game, another character was introduced in the latest trailer which has sparked even more conversation. Humphry, who has taken on the job of narrator in Fable's official trailer, is a mysterious character who may end up playing a fairly prominent role in the game. Based on the context of the trailer and what Humphry reveals about himself and the game's protagonist, players can likely expect him to make regular appearances and function as a pivotal part of the player's journey through Fable's story.
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Fable's Humphry May Play a Larger Role Than It Seems
Humphry Is a Retired Hero Who Has a History With Fable's Villain
In all respects, Humphry is the star of Fable's most recent trailer, giving fans the first look at a man who, by his own account, was once the greatest hero in all of Albion. While he doesn't explicitly mention it, Humphry is retired ahead of Fable's story, having once graced the lands of Albion with his heroic presence only to apparently now be drinking away the remainder of his days and telling tales of old heroes. However, Fable's story sees Humphry forced out of retirement, as a new threat has arisen in the form of a heroine he once had close ties with.
Prior to the events of Fable, Humphry took in a very powerful heroine when she had nowhere else to go. During their time together, the heroine grew to be incredibly strong, allowing all of her power to get to her head. Unfortunately, she wound up making the wrong choices and became the villain who now threatens Albion. In the latest trailer for the game, Fable's protagonist approaches Humphry and simply says, "Humphry, she's back." Shortly thereafter, Humphry and the protagonist are seen coming face-to-face with who is presumably this heroine Humphry once knew.
Humphry Could Play the Role of Mentor in Fable
While very little has been revealed about Humphry's past and present, it can be assumed that he will play the role of mentor in Fable. This role was previously filled by characters like the Guildmaster of the Heroes Guild and Theresa in past Fable titles, and it's likely Humphry could help players in the same ways that they did — by teaching them new skills, guiding them through combat, and giving them a general overview of life as a hero or heroine in Albion. Based on what has been shown so far, it seems very probable that Humphry will step into this role, as he is even shown guiding Fable's protagonist to “the most exclusive club in all of Albion” and then handing her a sword in the game's latest trailer.
Since Humphry has such a deep history with Fable's primary antagonist, it's likely he will receive extensive character development throughout the game's story. This preemptively makes him one of Fable's most important characters — perhaps even more so than the protagonist. As someone who is presumably the protagonist's mentor and an old friend to Fable's villain, Humphry may play one of the game's most pivotal roles.
- Released
- 2026
- Developer(s)
- Playground Games
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
- Engine
- unreal engine 4, forza tech
- Franchise
- Fable
WHERE TO PLAY
Fable is an RPG developed by Playground Games and published by Microsoft. Set in Albion, the game challenges players to define what it means to be a hero.
- Platform(s)
- Windows, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG, Adventure
