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Corki

Corki flying his copter in the air

Square portrait of Corki

“Consider yourself spanked, nugget!”
– Corki

Corki was a renowned Yordle ace pilot [2] who was born in Bandle City. [1] He is currently in retirement. Nonetheless, he is heralded as a the most profound member of the Screaming Yipsnakes. His honorary moniker, The Daring Bombardier was earned after test piloting Piltover's industry standard, aerial assault machine, the Reconnaissance Operations Front-Line Copter. A flying machine used by the pilots of the Bandle City Expeditionary Force (BCEF).

During his years of service he was respected for cooling his cool under fire, being diligent and hardworking, his extensive volunteer work, among other feats. [2]

Corki
Corki standing in his copter
Title

Corki, The Daring Bombardier

Classification

Species:
Yordle

Status

Place of Origin:
Bandle City

Occupation

Pilot (Retired)

Related Characters

Square portrait of Heimerdinger Heimerdinger

Background

Corki was born in Bandle City and attended school while there. [2]

Migration

Corki is originally from Bandle City. [1] He migrated from Bandle City to Piltover with his colleagues including Heimerdinger. Upon arrival to Piltover they were attracted to technology and adopted the discipline as a way of life. [2]

Career

Upon initial arrival, Corki and his colleagues took to science and excelled. Corki and his colleagues made revolutionary progress in the techmaturgical community. [2]

Corki was a pilot residing in Piltover. During his stay in Piltover, he became enamored by the fantastic machinery there. It was in Piltover where he decided to specialize in flying contraptions.

While furthering flying contraptions in Piltover, he established an aerial defense force, consisting of seasoned veterans. The force is known as the Screaming Yipsnakes. [1]

Corki: The Daring Bombardier

Corki flying his copter in Piltover

He was given the title, Daring Bombardier after test piloting a significant addition to the flying contraptions. It was the Reconnaissance Operations Front-Line Copter. The aerial assault vehicle has become the foundation for the Bandle City Expeditionary Force (BCEF). [2]

Service Completed

During his career, Corki served numerous tours of duty. As well, he frequently volunteered for for dangerous assignments that led him to enemy territory. From there he'd often round up intel or relate important info while inside their rival's hot zones.

Retirement

Eventually, the conflicts ceased and Corki was compelled to take up retirement. He was truly upset about the matter. While in retirement, he settled for stunt flying and canyon running. Nevertheless, the trill was lost without the imminent threat of bullets whizzing through the air near his copter. [2]

Exploration

Corki has been to Bandle City, his birthplace, [1] Piltover, and possibly other locations in Valoran. [2]

Current Events

Corki currently holds the title, the Daring Bombardier and as such is a renowned pilot. He monitors the skies of Piltover [1] alongside members of the Screaming Yipsnakes. From time to time he resolves situations with missile barrages. [1]

Additionally, he flies over Valoran to inspect the landscape. While he's at it, he performs daring aerial maneuvers just for show to those down below. [2]

Personality

Corki laughing maniacally

Corki is a diligent hard working and productive. [2] Corki keeps his cool while under pressure. [1] Moreover, he excels when in the face of danger. [2]

Skills

The ace pilot possessed mechanical skills as well. For instance, the yordle completed several alternations to his copter. These modifications added an arsenal of weapons.

The former ace pilot was deeply saddened to have to begin retirement. His thoughts on the matter were "cut the engines and clipped the wings". [2]

Appreciations

Corki's favorite things are flying and his fabulous moustache. Although which of the two he prefers more is unknown. [1]

While flying, he loves a solid dogfight in the morning. [2]

Awareness

The Daring Bombardier knows Heimerdinger as they were colleagues in school together. [2]

Also, the former ace pilot knows of Bandle City, and Piltover as of result of living in these regions. [1]

Culture

Corki was a member of the Screaming Yipsnakes, a group of experiences aerial defense pilots. [1] In fact, Corki is the most acclaimed member. He is known for maintaining his composure while being attacked. Additionally, he has a reputation for displaying considerable courage, so much where is could appear as insanity.

Some believe the storage of weapons on Corki's copter is for aesthetics instead of for purpose. [2]

Appearance

The Daring Bombardier is a short yordle with a oversized white moustache. While flying, he is often seen wearing a red scarf, leather bomber hat with goggles, and leather gloves.

Abilities

Using his flying contraption, Corki can fire missile barrages. [1]

Relationships

Square portrait of Heimerdinger

Heimerdinger

Corki and Heimerdinger left school together and travelled from Bandle City to Piltover.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corki a Yordle?

Yes. Corki is a yordle.

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