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Maximillian

Art by Martin Griffiths and Gina Hart

Maximillian (often known as Max) was the former leader of the Shining Force. In his old age, he passed on the responsibility to Bowie, his grandson, who led a new team on a mission against Zeon. After being murdered, Max became a spirit advisor to the Force through his old sword.

History[]

Little is known of Maximillian's previous adventures before Sonic the Comic. All that is known is that he, along with old friend Zynk, was able to banish the demon Zeon in the abyss and sealed the gateway in the Ancient Tower on Granseal Island. He eventually settled down and raised a family, although their whereabouts are currently unknown. Bowie lived with his grandfather for several years, caring for him when he fell ill. However, the arrival of Zynk and a warning of a threat from Zeon spurred Max into leaving his bed. Inside his house, Max confirmed the stories of the Shining Force to Bowie and handed him his sword, before hinting at his grandson becoming the new leader of the team.

Their celebrations were put on hold when Baron Kadavaar and his golem crashed through the door, intending to claim Zynk. Max ordered Bowie to strike Kadavaar with the sword, but the inept warrior was unsuccessful. Max's meddling attracted the attention of Kadavaar, who recognised Max as the one responsible for banishing Zeon. Before Max could be killed, the old man used his staff to teleport Bowie, Taya and Zynk into the street, not wanting them to witness death at the hands of Kadavaar's sword. Outside, Taya and Bowie were keen to go back in and rescue Max, but Zynk disuaded them.

Later, in the mountains of Hassan, a fight broke out between Bowie and the centaur Chester that saw Bowie's sword stick into the ground. From the hilt of the sword emerged the ghostly figure of Max, who urged them to stop fighting each other. Chester initially confused Max with his own grandfather, but Max revealed he knew Chester's grandfather and convinced the young centaur to join the Shining Force. Max returned again in the caves underneath Ribble, learning that Bowie has been shot by a Zeonite with a gun. Using his powers, Maximillian was able to close the bullet wound and even granted his grandson extra strength and the power to teleport.

Max wasn't seen again until the climax of the adventure, appearing to congratulate the Shining Force on their first victory.

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