Nicole Horne

Lore & Background

Nicole Horne is the head of a pharmaceutical company that is part of the large conspiracy involving organized crime, a secret society, and the United States Armed Forces. She ordered the murder of Max Payne's wife Michelle and their newborn daughter Rose, who were killed by armed junkies high on Valkyr. Horne's role is revealed as part of the conspiracy that Max uncovers during his investigation. In the game's climax, Max confronts and kills Horne, making her the final boss.

In Their Own Story

Max, having figured out that B.B. is on Horne's payroll and framed him for Alex's murder, agrees to meet him at a parking lot complex, where he kills him and his men. Max is then called to meet a secret society called the Inner Circle, who have been observing him. Their leader, Alfred Woden, reveals that Horne was once a member, and asks Max to kill her in exchange for dealing with the charges against him. The meeting is ambushed by Horne's men, but both Max and Woden escape. Max arrives at Aesir's headquarters and fights.

Reader's Guide

In the game, Max Payne must confront Nicole Horne as part of the conspiracy. The player progresses through levels to reach her, facing mercenaries and other enemies. The exact details of the confrontation are not specified in the source article beyond the fact that Horne ordered the family's deaths.

Did You Know?

• Nicole Horne ordered the murder of Max Payne's wife Michelle and their newborn daughter Rose.
• Horne is the CEO of a pharmaceutical company involved in the Valkyr drug conspiracy.
• Horne is the final boss of Max Payne and is killed by the protagonist.