Exploring The Mimic in FNAF Lore

Sep 2, 2024

Game Theory - FNAF 2 and The Mimic

Introduction

  • Discussion about a video from FNAF 2
  • Introduction of the Mimic character in the video
  • Celebration of 10 years of FNAF
  • Scott released various things for anniversary week

Secret of the Mimic

  • Steel Wool revealed a 40-second teaser for a new game
  • Teaser involved a Jack In The Box with a clown mask
  • Title: "Secret of the Mimic"
  • Game is a prequel set before any other FNAF game

Analysis of the Teaser

  • The teaser suggests the Mimic was always part of Fazbear entertainment
  • Mimic has been hiding in plain sight since the beginning
  • Mimic's design: clown aesthetic, similar to Sun and Moon from earlier theories

Historical Context

  • Fazbear Entertainment's origins tied to a circus
  • The circus used human performers and rudimentary mascot costumes
  • Mimic shares similarities with early circus designs

The Paper Pals Theory

  • Paper Pals are simple characters made from paper plates
  • Speculation that the Paper Buddy is actually the Mimic
  • Paper Pal called 'Buddy' has a clown-like design

Evidence from FNAF World

  • Paper Pals were playable characters in FNAF World
  • Paper Buddy's design in FNAF World includes a red nose, akin to clowns
  • Paper Pals' attack called "Mimic Ball"

Clown Archetypes in Circus

  • Three clown archetypes: August clown, Whiteface clown, and Contra August clown
  • Mimic fits the role of the Contra August clown

Implications for the FNAF Timeline

  • Mimic's connection to early Fazbear Entertainment
  • Possible role in William Afton's early actions

The Wound First Inflicted on Me

  • Reference to a quote from Shakespeare's Julius Caesar
  • Suggests a murder early in the timeline could be the wound on Henry

Conclusion

  • Theories suggest a deep connection between the Mimic and the early days of FNAF
  • Mimic possibly linked to various historical elements of FNAF
  • Further speculation about Henry's role and guilt in the overall storyline
  • Acknowledgement of upcoming FNAF content and promotional sponsor