While there is no official entry in the Tomb Raider franchise featuring a character named "Hideous Hermit Podgey," the name aligns perfectly with the eccentric, often monstrous boss encounters found in classic action-adventure lore.
The Hideous Hermit -Podgey-, on the other hand, would remain a cult favorite, with fans eagerly anticipating his next appearance. The Chrono Crystal, now in Lara Croft's possession, would become a key plot point in future Tomb Raider games, driving the narrative forward and fueling Lara's insatiable curiosity.
But that’s not the real horror. The real horror is that the Hermit regenerates. If you empty two full clips into his flabby torso, he stumbles, grunts "Podgey... sleepy...", and collapses for exactly 7 seconds. Then he stands back up, rotates his head 180 degrees, and waddles faster.
From the shadows emerged a creature that didn't match the terrifying legends. He was short, remarkably round, and covered in a patchwork of moss and stolen silk. This was Podgey.