Synopsis
Max Adams is an engineer and inventor who accidentally creates the Bageltron 2000, a machine that opens portals to parallel dimensions. He embarks on a journey through these portals, visiting various parallel Earths for over six years.
Character Traits
- Inquisitive and Driven by Scientific Curiosity: Max’s primary motivation for traveling to other dimensions is to learn and explore. He documents his experiences on a podcast called “Dispatches from the Multiverse,” where he details his encounters and observations.
- Prone to Interference: Despite claiming to adhere to a “prime directive” of non-interference, Max often finds himself entangled in the affairs of the dimensions he visits.
- Adaptable and Resourceful: Max demonstrates an ability to adjust to unfamiliar situations and think on his feet. He uses his wit and knowledge to navigate challenging encounters and often relies on deception or trickery to escape dangerous situations.
- Financially Motivated: While Max emphasizes the scientific value of his interdimensional travels, he also acknowledges the financial opportunities they present. He is often involved in schemes and ventures to profit from his discoveries.
Key Relationships
- Wilson: Max’s initial roommate Wilson is a recurring character who appears in various forms across the multiverse. Although their relationship in their original dimension is strained, Max develops an appreciation for the other versions of Wilson he encounters. Eventually, all the Wilsons merge into a singular entity known as Wilson Supreme (later Wilson Plus) who rules over his own planet.
- Jack Strobe: After Wilson’s departure, Max’s new roommate is Jack Strobe, another interdimensional traveler with whom he forms a complex relationship. Jack often acts as a voice of reason and helps Max navigate the challenges of his interdimensional travels.
- Baby K: Max becomes the caretaker of Baby K, a human-like baby who is the current vessel of The Kalshi Entity, an interplanar being that had previously possessed Max.
- Interdimensional Jeff Bezos: Max becomes entangled with an interdimensional version of Jeff Bezos who manipulates him into carrying out various tasks and schemes.
Transformative Experiences
- Possession by The Kalshi Entity: Max’s encounter with The Kalshi Entity leads to a period of possession that profoundly affects him, forcing him to confront his own morality and the consequences of his actions.
- Imprisonment and Replacement: Max is repeatedly imprisoned or kidnapped by various entities, leading to the introduction of replacement Maxes sent by the mysterious “agency.” These replacements often meet unfortunate ends, highlighting the dangers of Max’s interdimensional travels.
- Acquisition of the Aristocrats: Max’s pursuit of the Aristocrats, a legendary gnome sculpture, becomes a driving force in his journey, leading him to make deals with powerful entities and face ethical dilemmas.
Interdimensional Versions
- Max Adams (podcast host): The version Max Adams in Earth Prime, host of the podcast.
- Max (possessed by The Kalshi Entity): In Episode 0224: Ready to purchase some weapons, Max is gifted a mysterious ring known as “The Kalshi Ring” that eventually leads to his Possession by The Kalshi Entity, an interplanar being of great power and malevolence.
Character Development
While Max remains a curious and driven individual, his experiences across the multiverse gradually shape his personality and worldview. He becomes more aware of the risks and responsibilities associated with his interdimensional travel and the impact his actions can have on other dimensions. He also grapples with the ethical implications of his actions, particularly in his pursuit of the Aristocrats and his dealings with powerful figures like Jeff Bezos.
His experiences across the multiverse have matured him and forced him to confront his own flaws and motivations. His continued exploration of the multiverse suggests that he remains driven by curiosity and a desire for knowledge, even as he becomes more aware of the complexities and dangers of interdimensional travel.