Game Theory: This 10 Year Old Detail SOLVES FNAF!

Summary

In this Game Theory episode, the host delves into the surprise teaser for 'Secret of the Mimic,' a prequel to the popular FNAF series, set before any other game. The video explores the Mimic's origins, suggesting it was part of Fazbear Entertainment's early days as a traveling circus. The host connects the Mimic's design to the Paper Pals and theorizes its role as a Contra-Auguste clown, hinting at a deeper connection to the franchise's history. The episode also speculates on the implications of a Shakespeare quote related to the game's plot, suggesting an early, tragic event that shaped the series' lore.

Takeaways

• 🎮 The script discusses the 'Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF)' game series, highlighting the surprise announcement of a new game titled 'Secret of the Mimic'.
• 🎉 The 'Secret of the Mimic' game is a prequel set in 1979, exploring the origins of the Mimic character, which has been a mystery since its appearance in 'FNAF: Ruin'.
• 🤹‍♂️ The teaser for 'Secret of the Mimic' suggests a connection to the early days of Fazbear Entertainment, possibly as a traveling circus, and the use of traditional mascot costumes.
• 👹 The script theorizes that the Mimic might have been present since the 1970s Fallfest Circus, linking it to the burning carousel event seen in 'FNAF: Help Wanted 2'.
• 👁️ The 'Paper Pals' characters from 'FNAF 2' are suggested to be key to understanding the Mimic's role, with the 'Paper Buddy' potentially being an early version of the Mimic.
• 🤡 The clown aesthetic of the Mimic in the teaser aligns with traditional clown archetypes found in circus performances, hinting at the character's role in the early Fazbear Circus.
• 🔍 The script delves into the 'rule of threes' in circus performances, suggesting a special connection between the Mimic, Freddy, and Bonnie, akin to the three major clown archetypes.
• 🎭 The Shakespeare quote tweeted by the game's design director implies a deeper narrative involving the legacy of William Afton's actions and their impact on the franchise's characters.
• 💔 The theory suggests that 'Secret of the Mimic' might reveal an earlier, unknown incident that wounded Henry and metaphorically 'bled out', leading to the series of tragedies in the FNAF timeline.
• 🏆 The script concludes with a sponsorship message for SoFi, offering financial assistance and a chance to win $10,000, tying into the broader FNAF community's engagement with the game's lore and merchandise.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in the video script?

The main topic discussed in the video script is the teaser for the new game 'Secret of the Mimic' in the FNAF (Five Nights at Freddy's) franchise, its connection to the series' lore, and the theories surrounding the Mimic character's origins and role in the franchise's timeline.

What anniversary is being celebrated in the script?

The script celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the FNAF franchise.

What is the significance of the Mimic character in the FNAF series?

The Mimic character is significant as it is believed to have been part of the earliest days of Fazbear Entertainment's history, possibly originating from a traveling circus and having a connection to the original Fazbear Circus theory.

What is the connection between the Paper Pals and the Mimic character?

The Paper Pals, simple characters made from paper plates, are theorized to be connected to the Mimic character, with the Paper Buddy potentially being a representation of the Mimic, especially considering its clown-like features and the 'Mimic Ball' attack in FNAF World.

What is the date revealed in the teaser for 'Secret of the Mimic'?

The date revealed in the teaser for 'Secret of the Mimic' is 1979, indicating that the game will be a prequel set before any other FNAF game.

What is the Shakespeare quote used in the video script to hint at the plot of 'Secret of the Mimic'?

The Shakespeare quote used in the video script is 'The evil that men do lives after them. The good is often interred with their bones.' from Julius Caesar, hinting at the ongoing impact of Afton's (William's) evil deeds even after his death.

What is the role of the Contra-Auguste clown in a traditional circus?

In a traditional circus, the Contra-Auguste clown serves as the middle ground between the Auguste and Whiteface clowns, typically mimicking the actions of the Whiteface clown.

How does the video script suggest that Henry might have known about Afton's (William's) early murder?

The script suggests that Henry might have known about Afton's early murder through the use of the Shakespeare quote and the analogy to the characters Mark Antony and Brutus, implying that Henry, like Antony, knew of the murder but did not accuse Afton directly.

What is the significance of the clown mask in 'Sister Location'?

The clown mask in 'Sister Location' is significant as it may represent the third member of the original circus trio, the Mimic, who has been part of the franchise's history since the beginning.

What is the main plot point that the video script suggests will be explored in 'Secret of the Mimic'?

The main plot point suggested to be explored in 'Secret of the Mimic' is an early murder committed by Afton (William), which is believed to be the 'wound first inflicted' on Henry, leading to the creation of the animatronics and the subsequent events in the FNAF timeline.

What is the promotional offer mentioned in the video script?

The promotional offer mentioned in the video script is a chance to win $10,000 from SoFi, the sponsor of the video, who is offering this as part of their financial services promotion.

Outlines

00:00

🎮 FNAF 10th Anniversary Celebration and Mimic's Secret

This paragraph discusses the 10th anniversary of the FNAF (Five Nights at Freddy's) franchise, highlighting the surprise announcement of a new game titled 'Secret of the Mimic.' The teaser for this game, set in 1979, suggests the Mimic character has been part of the FNAF universe since the beginning, possibly even before the events of 'Security Breach' and 'Ruin.' The teaser's content and the community's reaction are explored, along with the anticipation of resolving a significant conflict in the FNAF timeline.

05:03

🤡 The Evolution of the Mimic and Connection to Paper Pals

The second paragraph delves into the design evolution of the Mimic character, linking it to traditional clown aesthetics and the origins of Fazbear Entertainment as a traveling circus. It also discusses the 'Paper Pals,' characters introduced in FNAF 2, which are theorized to be connected to the Mimic. The peculiar design of the 'Paper Buddy' and its potential identity as the Mimic is explored, along with the significance of its clown-like features and the implications for the FNAF lore.

10:03

🎪 The Circus Origins and the Role of the Mimic

This section of the script examines the potential backstory of Fazbear Entertainment as a circus, with the Mimic character possibly being part of the original trio of clown performers. It discusses the traditional roles of clowns in circus performances and how they might correspond to the characters of William Afton, Henry and the Mimic. The paragraph suggests that the Mimic's role as a 'Contra-Auguste' clown, one that mimics the actions of the 'Whiteface' clown, could be a key plot point in 'Secret of the Mimic.'

15:04

🕵️‍♂️ The Mystery of Henry's Wound and Afton's Early Misdeeds

The fourth paragraph speculates on the deeper meaning behind a quote from Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar,' which was tweeted by the design director at Steel Wool, in relation to the new game. It proposes that the quote hints at an early murder committed by Afton, which Henry knew about but did not expose. This inaction by Henry is suggested to be the 'wound' he refers to, which metaphorically led to the creation of the animatronics and the tragic events that followed, including the death of his own daughter, Charlie.

20:06

🏦 Financial Support from SoFi and a Chance to Win $10,000

The final paragraph shifts focus from the FNAF discussion to a sponsorship message about SoFi, a financial services company. It details the benefits of using SoFi's banking services, such as higher interest rates compared to traditional banks, and the offer of up to $300 for new users with direct deposit. Additionally, it announces a giveaway of $10,000 to one lucky viewer, encouraging them to participate for a chance to win.

Keywords

💡FNAF

FNAF stands for 'Five Nights at Freddy's,' which is the title of a popular indie horror game series. It is central to the video's theme as the entire discussion revolves around the franchise's lore, characters, and the release of a new game, 'Secret of the Mimic.' The script mentions various games within the FNAF universe, indicating the breadth of the series.

💡Mimic

The Mimic is a character within the FNAF series known for its ability to imitate other animatronics. In the video, the Mimic is a focal point, with the script discussing its origins, its role in the new game 'Secret of the Mimic,' and its presence in previous games. The Mimic's design and its significance in the franchise's timeline are explored in depth.

💡Steel Wool

Steel Wool is the game development studio behind the FNAF series. The script mentions Steel Wool in the context of their surprise announcement of a new game, 'Secret of the Mimic,' which was not initially expected by the fans. This studio's role in expanding the FNAF universe is highlighted.

💡Prequel

A prequel is a literary or cinematic work that tells the story preceding the events of an original work. In the script, 'Secret of the Mimic' is described as a prequel to the FNAF series, set before any other game in the franchise. This concept is significant as it promises to reveal the origins of the Mimic and other characters.

💡Paper Pals

The Paper Pals are characters made from paper plates that appear in the FNAF games. The script suggests that these characters are more important than previously thought, with a particular focus on the 'Paper Buddy,' which the video theorizes to be a representation of the Mimic. Their role in the franchise's history and their connection to the Mimic is a key part of the video's narrative.

💡Clown Aesthetic

The clown aesthetic refers to the visual design and characteristics associated with clowns, often including exaggerated features like big noses and round cheeks. The script discusses the new design of the Mimic in 'Secret of the Mimic,' which adopts a clown aesthetic, tying into the theories about the character's origins and role in the FNAF universe.

💡Fazbear Entertainment

Fazbear Entertainment is the fictional company within the FNAF series that operates the pizzerias and owns the animatronics. The script theorizes about the origins of Fazbear Entertainment, suggesting it started as a traveling circus before becoming the pizzeria franchise known in the games. This concept is integral to understanding the evolution of the franchise's lore.

💡FNAF World

FNAF World is a game within the FNAF series that introduced the Paper Pals as playable characters. The script uses FNAF World as a source of clues about the Paper Buddy's identity, particularly noting a design change that suggests a connection to the Mimic and clowns.

💡Mimic Ball

Mimic Ball is an attack move in FNAF World that allows a character to mimic the last attack used by another character. The script identifies this move as a significant clue that the Paper Pals, and specifically Paper Buddy, are capable of mimicking others, thus reinforcing the theory that Paper Buddy is a version of the Mimic.

💡Rule of Threes

The rule of threes is a principle in literature and performance arts that suggests that things come in threes to be funnier, more satisfying, or more effective. In the script, this concept is applied to the clown archetypes in a circus and the grouping of characters in the FNAF series, suggesting a deliberate choice in the design of the franchise's characters.

💡Henry and William

Henry and William are characters from the FNAF series, with William Afton being a central antagonist. The script discusses their roles in the early days of Fazbear Entertainment and theorizes about a murder committed by William that Henry knew about but did not expose. This theory adds depth to the characters' backstories and their impact on the franchise's narrative.

Highlights

The Mimic's presence in FNAF 2 footage is revealed, suggesting it has been part of the franchise from the beginning.

Game Theory celebrates 10 years of FNAF with an exploration of its expanding universe including games, movies, and merchandise.

Scott Cawthon's anniversary week features fanverse games, demos, books, and movie teases, with 'Into the Pit' as the centerpiece.

A surprise 40-second teaser for 'Secret of the Mimic' is unveiled, stirring excitement and speculation among fans.

The teaser hints that the Mimic's first appearance was not in 'Ruin' or 'Security Breach', but much earlier in the FNAF timeline.

The Mimic's clown aesthetic in the teaser aligns with theories of Fazbear Entertainment's origins as a traveling circus.

The Paper Pals, introduced in FNAF 2, are suggested to be connected to the Mimic and its history within the franchise.

Paper Buddy's design in 'FNAF World' provides clues to its identity as a version of the Mimic with a clown theme.

The Paper Pals' 'Mimic Ball' attack in 'FNAF World' supports the theory of their connection to the Mimic's abilities.

The grouping of animatronics in merchandise suggests a special connection between the Mimic, Freddy, and Bonnie.

The theory of the 'rule of threes' in clown performances is explored, with each Paper Pal representing a different clown archetype.

A Shakespeare quote tweeted by the design director hints at a deeper plot in 'Secret of the Mimic' involving Afton's early crimes.

The concept of 'a wound first inflicted on me' from FNAF 6 is revisited, suggesting an earlier incident involving Afton and Henry.

The teaser and associated theories propose that the Mimic has been carrying on Afton's legacy of evil posthumously.

Sponsor SoFi offers financial solutions and a giveaway to support fans in engaging with the expanding FNAF universe.

The video concludes with a reflection on the interconnectedness of the characters and the potential revelations in 'Secret of the Mimic'.

Transcripts

Take a look at this footage from FNAF 2.

Seems normal enough, right?

But what if I told you that the Mimic is in this video?

No, I'm not lying to you.

And no, I've not doctored the footage either.

The Mimic is here.

They have been here since the very beginning.

Give up?

Well, if you look very closely,

you'll find that the Mimic is this guy right here.

Hello, internet.

Welcome to Game Theory,

the show that cannot believe

it has been 10 whole years of FNAF.

Feels like just yesterday I was watching Markiplier

scream at this tiny, unknown indie game,

and now it's an indie horror empire

full of games, movies, books,

and more merch than a Pizzaplex can handle.

10 years is a big deal.

Believe me, we would know.

And so to celebrate, Scott pulled out all the stops.

We got an anniversary week full of fanverse games,

demos, books, movie teases,

and of course the crown jewel that was Into the Pit.

Though while that game offers a lot

in the way of theorizing,

that's not what I wanted to talk about today.

Don't worry, that video is coming.

I just need a little more time.

So make sure you're subscribed

so you don't miss that video when it drops.

There may also be a special theorist surprise in store.

Hint, hint.

But for this episode,

instead of talking about the biggest release of the week,

I wanted to talk about the biggest surprise.

You see, we knew about every release

that was happening during this anniversary week

ahead of time.

That was except for one.

Steel Wool had a mystery announcement slot.

And a lot of us just assumed

it was gonna be DLC for Help Wanted 2.

But that's not what we got.

Instead, Steel Wool completely sideswiped us

by revealing a 40 second teaser,

not for DLC, but for a brand new game.

We open on a 70s style carpet.

The camera tilts up to reveal

a Jack in the Box playing music.

The music stops, the box opens,

and we hear a laugh as a clown mask

peeks out from the box.

The film reel we're watching begins to burn up,

revealing the date, 1979.

Finally, we see a title card appear from the darkness.

Secret of the Mimic.

The internet lost their collective minds over this.

Not only were we getting a game exploring the character

that was a complete mystery

when it appeared at the end of Ruin,

unless you happen to read the books,

but it was also going to be a prequel,

set before any other FNAF game.

A lot of us have been theorizing

about the origins of Freddys ever since we got

the Fredbear's singin' show ticket in Security Breach,

and in 2025, it looks like we're gonna see

if we were right.

But you know what?

I'm not willing to wait that long.

Call me impatient, but when you take a closer look,

this 40 second teaser has actually told us

a lot more than you'd initially think.

This teaser confirms that we were right,

that the Mimic is from the earliest days

in Fazbear Entertainment's history,

but it also suggests that the Mimic's first appearance

wasn't in Ruin, nor was it Security Breach,

nor was it Help Wanted.

No, we are being shown that the Mimic

has actually been hiding in plain sight

since the very beginning.

The pieces were in place for us to figure it out,

we just weren't able to follow the breadcrumb,

or should I say paper, trail to realize sooner.

So wind up that music box, friends,

because when it opens, we'll be diving in head first

to see what secrets the Mimic has been hiding,

and in doing so, I believe we may finally be able

to resolve one of the biggest conflicts

currently facing the FNAF timeline.

A wound first inflicted on me.

Oh yeah, today's gonna be a big one,

so let's get into it.

The first thing we gotta talk about

is the design of Funky Tom over here.

Jokey fan name aside, given the title of this game,

it feels pretty unlikely that this is supposed

to be anything other than the Mimic.

But he's not the disheveled endo we saw in Ruin.

Now he's wearing a white mask with exaggerated eyelashes,

rounded cheeks, and a bright red nose.

I can feel the childhood trauma rushing back.

It also pops out of a jack-in-the-box,

so clearly Steel Wool are going for a clown aesthetic

with this newest version of the Mimic.

Or is it the oldest version?

This new old look does tie into our previous theories

about the origins of Fazbear Entertainment.

In that video, we discussed this poster from Help Wanted 2,

a poster with a circus tent and the date 1970 on it.

That, along with the mascot costumes in the ruined basement,

Glitchtrap's design, official artwork

of traditional mascot costumes,

and references throughout the books,

all seem to be telling us that Fazbear Entertainment

didn't start with the creation of Fredbear's family diner,

but as a traveling circus.

Instead of the animatronics or springlock suits

that we know and love today,

this circus used more traditional,

rudimentary mascot costumes.

They were still the same characters,

Freddy, Bonnie, and Chica, but played by human performers.

Though there was one exception.

We ended that theory suggesting that the Mimic

was also part of that same Fazbear Circus.

It shares design similarities with Sun and Moon,

a jester who was associated with the carousel

from the Fallfest Circus, a carousel that we watch burn.

Repeatedly in Help Wanted 2, we see the festival burn down,

both in the carousel level and in the fazerblast level.

And what else do we know is burnt?

The Mimic.

In the first epilogue of Tales from the Pizzaplex,

when the Mimic arrives, it is first described

as being burnt.

Thus, it seems like the Mimic has been here

since that Fallfest in the 70s.

You might think I was celebrating this fact.

My first FNAF theory was right, let's go!

But then, the worry began to sink in.

It always feels a bit wrong when a prequel

introduces a new character.

Plus, this franchise never gets rid of characters.

We've had 28 versions of Freddy, 19 versions of Bonnie,

and we even got 11 versions of Balloon Boy.

Who asked for that?

So then, why try to awkwardly insert the Mimic

into the previous lore?

I mean, retcon much?

Except, what if I told you we have seen this clown before?

Somewhere you'd never suspect.

FNAF 2.

I am, of course, talking about the characters

I've been teasing since the start of the episode.

The Paper Pals.

No, I wasn't joking.

These guys really are the key to everything.

If you don't know who I'm talking about,

the Paper Pals are these simple characters

made from paper plates that have been hanging out

on the walls of pizzerias ever since their introduction.

To this day, we've never really given them much thought.

They never seem to be that important,

but their continued existence in the franchise

has always struck me as unusual.

In fact, the only reason I was reminded of them

is because I was watching Dorko's playthrough

of Into the Pit, and wouldn't you know it,

they are once again just hanging out.

For them to keep showing up,

especially in these modern titles,

they have to be important.

And I think the weird clown Mimic

is the piece that ties them all together.

Originally, there were three of these guys,

a Freddy pal, a Bonnie pal, and this thing.

According to the game files, he's just called Paper Buddy.

And of the three, he's definitely the weird one.

In FNAF 2, he could just disappear from the wall

and suddenly appear in your office.

He didn't do anything, he was just there now.

Even his design feels out of place.

The other two are clearly characters we know,

Freddy and Bonnie, duh.

But this guy doesn't have any recognizable features.

He's got red arms, blue legs, a big smile, and a big nose.

It's just so weird.

In a series full of animal characters,

why have this generic humanoid-looking thing?

Naturally, the only logical explanation we had at the time

was that this had to be Balloon Boy.

He was one of the few humanoid characters

we knew about by FNAF 2,

and he wears a red and blue outfit.

But now that I'm looking back, I'm not so sure anymore.

For Bonnie and Freddy, we aren't just relying

on the colours to show us who they are.

They have extra design details

that connect them to their iconic characters.

Bow ties, hats, ears, that sort of thing.

If this Paper Buddy was supposed to be Balloon Boy,

why not give him some of his iconic attire,

like the propeller hat or the sign or, you know, a balloon,

the thing he is literally known for?

What this therefore implies to me

is that Paper Buddy is actually supposed to be someone else,

someone with a much simpler design,

and the answer of who becomes extremely obvious

when you take a look at their appearance in FNAF World.

That's right, not only were these guys

considered important enough to be playable characters

in one of the weirdest entries in this series,

but Scott also used it to give us a vital clue

about who this guy was supposed to be.

And it's all because of one teeny, tiny design change.

We've gone over Paper Buddy's design already.

The red arms, blue legs, buttons,

big smile, happy eyes, big nose.

All of that is the same in FNAF World, except for his nose.

It's still as big as before and it's in the same place,

but the color is now different.

It's been changed to red,

and a red nose means one thing, clowns.

What we're seeing is Paper Buddy's design

matching exactly with the iconic design of clowns,

and therefore also matches what we've seen

from the Mimic in this latest teaser.

Now, I recognise that this feels like a stretch.

This is all down to interpretation

and could be taken a number of different ways.

Believe me, I was honestly unsure of all of this too.

That was until I found this,

the final clue that absolutely sealed the deal for me

that Paper Buddy is the Mimic.

Take a look at the attacks the Paper Pals have in FNAF World.

The first two are Prize Ball 2 and Mystery Box 2,

both generic attacks that would make sense

for any character in any pizzeria.

But the third and final attack

is called something very specific, Mimic Ball,

a move that mimics the last attack used.

I could not believe it when I saw this.

Of all of the games, it was FNAF World showing us

that the Paper Pals were specifically able to mimic others.

The third Paper Pal from FNAF 2, Paper Buddy,

is a paper version of the new clown Mimic

that we saw in the teaser.

In my previous theory,

I mentioned how FNAF 2 isn't a revamp of the old franchise,

but a callback to the circus origins of the franchise.

The red-cheeked toy animatronics were calling back

to the original costumes worn at the circus.

You have the carousel calling back to the carousel

from Fallfest that we got to see in Help Wanted 2.

And now we have Paper Buddy calling back

to the clown Mimic that was present at that same circus.

It all just fits together so neatly.

It could also explain the clown mask

in things like Sister Location,

the one that would later go on to become Ennard.

Why is that mask in such a position of prominence?

Because it was the third member

of that original circus trio,

someone who had been there since the beginning.

Although, speaking of trio,

while Paper Buddy being the Mimic

and appearing in FNAF 2 makes sense,

him being grouped with Freddy and Bonnie

feels a bit odd, right?

Even for the early days of the franchise,

a clown isn't the obvious one to pair with Freddy and Bonnie.

Chica I'd have understood, maybe even Foxy.

But this guy is just so random.

If you've followed us for a while,

you'll know that we are obsessed

with these kinds of details.

The grouping of animatronics through merchandise or decor

can often tell us a lot about the history of the franchise.

We felt like Foxy had to come later

because he had a separate stage to the other three.

It felt like Chica wasn't originally part of the group either

because she had her own Party World spinoff

during Sister Location.

And in Ruin, we figured out that Sun and Moon

came much earlier because they were getting collectibles

alongside OG characters,

while newcomers like Roxy and Monty weren't.

So placing the Mimic clown alongside Freddy and Bonnie

has to imply there's a special connection between the three.

So why make the Mimic the awkward third wheel

alongside this famous duo?

Well, it turns out the rule of threes

isn't just an important literary technique.

It was also super important for performances at the circus,

particularly when it comes to clowns.

In a traditional circus,

you would have three major clown archetypes,

the Auguste clown, the Whiteface clown,

and the Contra-Auguste clown.

We spoke about the Auguste clown in our previous theory.

These clowns were the ones with red cheeks

that were designed to appear silly and make children laugh.

Often they were portrayed as an intelligent

but lower-class clown, the laborer,

the one who would do a job, often badly,

which led to them getting a pie in the face

or falling off a ladder, you know,

the typical slapstick stuff.

The Whiteface clowns, on the other hand,

are supposed to be more serious and bossy.

They were of a higher status,

and so they would be responsible

for assigning the tasks to the Auguste clown

and would often become frustrated at their failed results.

Finally, you have the Contra-Auguste clown,

who was the middle ground,

still lower class than the Whiteface clown,

but not to the same degree as the Auguste clown.

And looking into clown literature,

which, yes, is a thing that I read,

the Contra-Auguste's role was to do one thing,

mimic the Whiteface clown.

No, I'm not making that up.

It was right there on the page in front of me.

What we now have are three distinct characters,

a serious boss clown, a smart worker clown,

and a mimicking clown.

Now, look at who we have at the start of Freddy's.

While we don't know a whole lot

about the specifics of this Fazbear's Circus,

we do know one thing.

Henry and William were actively performing

during the early days of the franchise,

one as a bear and one as a rabbit,

Fredbear and Spring Bonnie.

William was the businessman, the serious one,

the guy who was trying to make Fazbear a success,

the Whiteface clown.

Then there's Henry, the intelligent laborer

who was building the animatronics, the Auguste clown.

And now we have a third paper buddy, the Mimic,

a clown animatronic that has been there

since the early days of the franchise,

now mimicking the past actions of the Whiteface clown,

William Afton, making them the Contra-Auguste in this trio.

Three clowns, three performers, three paper pals

that have been there since the start.

But sadly, choosing Afton to be the one to mimic

wasn't the best decision.

When this trailer was announced, Brian Freyermuth,

the design director at Steel Wool,

tweeted about it saying,

the evil that men do lives after them.

The good is often turd with their bones.

This is a quote from Shakespeare's Julius Caesar.

My immediate reaction was,

oh yeah, this is about Afton being dead

and now his evil lives on in the Mimic

who is now continuing to hurt

and kill people beyond his death,

like we've been predicting this whole time.

But as I thought it over,

I think it might be something more than that.

I actually think that this line is telling us

the main plot point that we will see

in Secret of the Mimic.

A plot point that will finally answer the question

that has haunted me ever since the release

of Help Wanted 2.

What did Henry mean by a wound first inflicted on me?

This line comes from the Insanity ending of FNAF 6.

Henry talks about how Afton used the souls

of the children he'd killed to create Remnant

and then continued to torture them

to create the Funtimes.

But the most important part of that monologue

is when he turns inwards

and begins reflecting on his own part in all of this.

He ends up saying he needs to heal this wound,

a wound first inflicted on me,

one that I let bleed out.

For the longest time,

we believed this was referencing Afton

killing his daughter, Charlie.

She was Afton's first victim,

which led on to the killing of all the missing children.

That was the wound that was inflicted on Henry,

the death of his own daughter,

that then bled out to the death of so many others.

But then Help Wanted 2 came out

and it flipped that entire idea on its head.

In that game, we had to light six gravestones

in a specific order to receive the secret Bonnie mask.

Each grave had a different puppet next to it,

each referencing one of the six main animatronics.

Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, Foxy, Golden Freddy,

and the puppet, the five missing children, and Charlie.

However, Charlie isn't the first grave you light.

She's actually the last one.

Heavily implying that Charlie was the last to be killed.

Honestly, I don't hate it from a law standpoint.

There's a decent amount of evidence

that can line up with it.

But by suggesting that,

it threw into question that line

of a wound first inflicted on me

being about Charlie's death.

Instead, there had to be an earlier incident

that wounded Henry that would metaphorically bleed out,

leading to the missing children's incident

and the death of Charlie.

So, what do I think this event is?

Well, it all comes back to that Shakespeare quote.

The line that Brian tweeted is delivered

by the character Mark Antony at Caesar's funeral.

Caesar was murdered by the character Brutus.

However, Antony isn't able to directly accuse him publicly.

So instead, he tactfully talks around the issue,

calling Brutus an honorable man.

This dynamic between Antony and Brutus,

I suspect is meant to be a reflection of Henry and Afton.

Brutus was able to get close to Caesar

because Caesar loved him,

which is similar to the tactic used by Afton

throughout this series.

Put on the Spring Bonnie costume,

a character that the children loved,

and use it to lure them into a back room and kill them.

For this quote to be used to promote

the prequel game from 1979,

it's telling us that Afton was abusing

the love of this character

way before the missing children's incident.

And this early murder at the hands of Afton

is what I believe we will be seeing in Secret of the Mimic.

Maybe it will even be revealed as Afton's first.

It's unclear if the person Afton kills

will be a major character like Caesar is in the play,

or whether it's just another kid

with the importance more being

how early it is in the timeline.

We only have a 40 second trailer after all.

Much more is going to be revealed as time goes on.

But what is important is if William is Brutus,

Henry must be Antony.

And that means he knew William committed the murder.

That murder is going to be the wound inflicted on Henry,

on the Fazbear business, on their friendship.

That murder could have destroyed everything they built.

But as we know, it didn't.

And Afton would go on to kill again.

Because just like Antony,

Henry isn't going to accuse him directly.

Maybe he was concerned for his business' survival.

Maybe he was concerned about providing

for his new daughter, Charlie.

Maybe he just wanted to believe his friend could change.

But whatever his reasoning,

despite the wound Afton caused him,

he never came out and admitted what he knew.

He just allowed it to keep going.

Allowed Afton to keep killing.

English philosopher John Stuart Mill once said,

a person may cause evil to others,

not only by his actions, but by his inaction.

And in either case,

he is justly accountable to them for the injury.

That is why he feels so guilty in the insanity speech.

Because he knows that his inaction

in that moment from the circus,

led to the creation of not one, not two, but three monsters.

William, the yellow rabbit

that would go on to kill so many children,

the clown that was designed to mimic Afton,

now carrying on his horrible legacy.

And himself, the man who stood by

and let the first murder happen.

Leading to the deaths of so many others,

including his own daughter.

I guess at the end of the day,

they really were the perfect trio.

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