FNAF Lore Guide Overview

Introduction

• FNAF is a franchise with deep lore.
• Numerous theorists, including Game Theory, have attempted to unravel the story.
• This guide covers lore from FNAF 1 to Help Wanted 2, books, movies, and more.
• Includes Scott Cawthon’s statements and theories from various creators.

FNAF 1

• Story: 5 children are lured and killed, animatronics become haunted.
• Mysteries: The Bite of '87 is a major event; identity of the biter is unknown.
• Theories:
  • Foxy may be a "good guy."
  • Golden Freddy may not exist physically.

FNAF 2

• Setting: Prequel to FNAF 1 taking place in 1987.
• Story: Another 5 kids are killed and possess Toy animatronics.
• Mysteries:
  • Who caused the Bite of '87?
  • The identity of Shadow Animatronics.

FNAF 3

• Setting: 30 years after FNAF 1.
• Story: William Afton is trapped in Springbonnie, animatronic spirits haunt Fazbear’s Fright.
• Theories:
  • Identity of the night guard.
  • Who or what are the Shadow Animatronics?

FNAF 4

• Setting: 1983, Fredbear’s Family Diner.
• Story: The Crying Child is bullied and killed in an incident involving Fredbear.
• Theories:
  • Dream Theory.
  • The nature of the Nightmare Animatronics.

Sister Location

• Setting: Follows Michael Afton, introduces Circus Baby and Funtime Animatronics.
• Story: Michael is "scooped" and possessed by Ennard.
• Theories:
  • Timeline placement relative to other games.
  • Funtime Animatronics containing souls.

FNAF 5 & Pizzeria Simulator (FNAF 6)

• Story: Henry traps all remaining animatronics in a pizzeria and burns it.
• Theories:
  • Molten Freddy's composition of spirits.
  • Identity and implications of the Happiest Day.

Ultimate Custom Night

• Story: William Afton is tortured by "The One You Should Not Have Killed."
• Theories:
  • Identity of the Vengeful Spirit: Cassidy, Andrew, Michael, or others.

FNAF: Help Wanted

• Setting: VR game made to hide Fazbear’s past.
• Story: Glitchtrap emerges as a digital entity.
• Theories:
  • Whether Glitchtrap is William Afton.

FNAF: Security Breach

• Setting: The Pizzaplex, a new Freddy's location.
• Story: Gregory, a child, must survive against animatronics.
• Theories:
  • Gregory's possible identity as a robot.
  • Vanessa's dual identity as Vanny.

Additional Theories & Content

• Theories on: Ghosts, timelines, identities, and game mechanics.
• Guidebooks: Provide lore details but are not infallible.
• Movies & Books: Offer alternate timelines and story elements.

Scott Cawthon's Statements

• Confirms some theories, clarifies lore, and admits to an intentional mystery.
• Retcons are rare and usually seamless.

Comprehensive FNAF Timeline

• Chronological order starting with Fredbear’s Family Diner to the current events.

Almost Every Theory List

• Extensive list of theories from the FNAF community, covering many topics and characters.

This guide gives a broad overview of the lore, theories, and key elements of the FNAF franchise, useful for both newcomers and seasoned fans seeking to understand the complex story.