However, he is later deemed unworthy of being in Cortex's army and escapes from Cortex's castle. As an act of revenge and to rescue a female bandicoot named Tawna, Crash travels through the Wumpa Islands, defeating Cortex's henchmen along the way. He eventually defeats Cortex, steals his airship, and escapes alongside Tawna.
After being deemed unworthy by Cortex, Crash flees from his castle. Seeking revenge and to rescue Tawna, he journeys through the Wumpa Islands, defeating Cortex's minions.  He finally confronts and defeats Cortex, taking his airship and escaping with Tawna.