**🎯 The Hidden Story Behind Lara Croft’s Design 🎯** Did you ..
Added 2025-03-30 03:57:24 +0000 UTC**🎯 The Hidden Story Behind Lara Croft’s Design 🎯**
Did you know *Tomb Raider's* iconic heroine, **Lara Croft**, was almost *completely different*?
💻 **In 1994**, game designer **Toby Gard** initially envisioned a **male protagonist** for *Tomb Raider*. But wanting to stand out in the action-adventure genre, he pivoted to a **female lead** inspired by strong pop culture icons.
👩🎨 Lara’s design was influenced by **Neneh Cherry**, a Swedish singer known for her bold style, and **Tank Girl**, a punk-inspired comic book character.
🔍 The most surprising detail? Lara’s exaggerated proportions were actually a **design accident** — Gard increased her chest size by **150% instead of 15%** during development. The team loved it, and the look stuck!
🔥 From accidental design choice to **gaming legend**, Lara Croft became one of the most recognizable characters in pop culture.
What’s your favorite *Tomb Raider* moment? 💬👇
