Skidd McMarx

Lore & Background

Skidd McMarx's presence is documented during a specific timeline prior to the dimensional catastrophe. He was one of three figures—alongside Captain Quark and Rusty Pete—hosting a parade on Corson V to celebrate Ratchet and Clank. This event takes place some time after the 2013 game, Into the Nexus. The source identifies him as part of the original universe before Doctor Nefarious attacks and steals the Dimensionator. In the subsequent alternate dimension where Dr. Nefarious assumes the role of Emperor, Skidd McMarx appears as 'Phantom,' an alternate version described as a member of the resistance opposed to the emperor. This establishes his dual existence across two realities within the game's plot.

In Their Own Story

The narrative begins with Skidd McMarx on Corson V, participating in the hero parade. When Doctor Nefarious attacks and the Dimensionator explodes, sending Ratchet, Clank, and Nefarious into an alternate universe, Skidd is left behind or transformed in that new reality. In this alternate dimension, he is known as 'Phantom.' He acts as a crucial ally to Ratchet after the latter arrives in this world. Phantom gifts Ratchet an electronic helper named Glitch, which enables Ratchet to acquire a ship and pursue Rivet, who has taken Clank to her hideout on Sargasso. This intervention by Phantom allows the main protagonist to continue his journey across dimensions despite being stranded.

Reader's Guide

Skidd McMarx serves as both a background figure in the prologue and an active quest giver in the alternate dimension. Players encounter 'Phantom' (the alternate Skidd) shortly after Ratchet arrives in the new universe. His primary function is to provide Glitch, an essential tool for navigation. Fans should note that while he is named during the Corson V parade sequence, his active gameplay role is limited to this specific interaction where he aids Ratchet's pursuit of Rivet. He does not appear as a combatant or a permanent party member in the provided source text.

Did You Know?

• Skidd McMarx is explicitly named alongside Captain Quark and Rusty Pete during the parade on Corson V.
• In the alternate dimension, Skidd McMarx appears under the name 'Phantom' as a member of the resistance.
• Phantom gives Ratchet an electronic helper named Glitch to help him get a ship.
• The character is mentioned in the context of events occurring after Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus (2013).
• Ratchet encounters Phantom specifically when searching for Rivet and Clank in the alternate universe.