musical equivalent is called “Embry” and also tells the story of a prominent, foundational government figure. Instead of Alexander Hamilton, the Gears 5 musical is about Nassar Embry, member of the Allfathers and founder of The Coalition of Ordered Governments (COG), Sera’s governing body.
The references can be found peppered throughout Act I: Chapter 4 – The Tide Turns, including posters sporting a stance which will be instantly familiar to Hamilton fans, as well as appraisals from critics, such as “above average, recommended viewing,” but the reference doesn’t stop with posters.
The player will eventually be able to explore The Palace Theater, where Embry is being performed, which could be a reference to the real-world location, The Public Theater, where Hamilton was playing before it moved to Broadway.
Furthermore, one of the Act I: Chapter 4 collectibles, titled “Song Lyrics,” contains lyrics to “Nassar Embry (That’s My Name),” the opening song from the musical. The lyrics are a parody of Hamilton’s opening song, “Alexander Hamilton.”
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