10 RPG Character Deaths That BROKE You
7. Crick (Octopath Traveler II)
You'll find plenty of fun duos in the Octopath Traveler games, with the second instalment boasting one of the best odd couples in the form of the player character Temenos, and his friendly partner-in-crime (solving), Crick.
These two are the perfect foil to each other, as Temenos is a charming yet sardonic inquisitor, whereas Crick is an earnest and passionate Knight. The pair spend Temenos' personal questline investigating a murder mystery turned grand conspiracy within the Order of the Sacred Flame. It's a fun tale of investigation, unexpected connection, faith, and more, with the slow development of their friendship being a major highlight.
Sadly, things do not end well for the beloved Crick.
During the third chapter of the story (in the Stormhail Route), Crick uncovers a huge secret, which leads to him getting caught by the Sacred Guard and killed by the storyline's main antagonist. Discovering his body as Temenos is nothing short of devastating, especially given how well the two had bonded. While Crick's death does lead to Temenos eventually solving the case, it doesn't make it any easier to sit through.