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Secret of the Shopping Mall | Little Nightmares Theory
Everyone needs someone - especially in Nowhere. Join me on a deep dive into Chapter 3 of The Sounds of Nightmares podcast, "The Theater of the Mind," in which I present a possible explanation for the Shopping Mall’s odd appearance and behavior.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - Overview
04:31 - The Shopping Mall
08:29 - The Secret
14:42 - The North Wind
16:19 - Outro
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Pulling the Strings | Little Nightmares Theory
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Nothing in Nowhere happens by accident...right? Join me on a deep dive into Chapter 6 of The Sounds of Nightmares podcast, "The Lonely Way," in which I discuss spells, songs, and an all-too familiar raincoat. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Overview 02:34 - The Outfits 05:41 - The Song 10:31 - The Puppetmaster 12:52 - Outro
A Complete Story Breakdown of SIGNALIS | Part 2
zhlédnutí 9KPřed měsícem
A continuation of my first Story Breakdown, including corrections, affirmations, and a discussion of patches 1.1 and 1.2. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 02:42 - Synchronicity 08:34 - Sparrow 12:42 - Crow 24:05 - Overview 28:05 - Coda
ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist | The Story Begins
zhlédnutí 1,8KPřed měsícem
An overview and analysis of Ender Magnolia’s story as of patch 0.5.1 (Early Access Build). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 02:10 - Overview 07:11 - The Land of Fumes 13:19 - The Homunculi 16:40 - Nola 19:02 - Outro
Cycles of Torment | Little Nightmares Theory
zhlédnutí 55KPřed 2 měsíci
In the ever-unpredictable world of Nowhere, only one thing is certain: the Cycles will continue. Join me as I discuss the parallel cycles of the Maw and Signal Tower with the new perspective provided by the Sounds of Nightmares podcast, and present a possible theory to explain why there is no victory to be found in them - only endless torment. [Contains major spoilers for LN1 and 2] CHAPTERS 00...
ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist | Trailer Breakdown
zhlédnutí 3,1KPřed 2 měsíci
A close look at both the Reveal and Announcement trailers for the much-anticipated Ender Lilies sequel, with special attention given to the setting, characters, gameplay, and themes we can expect to see in this new adventure. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Setting 05:27 Characters 09:31 Gameplay 11:32 Themes 13:02 Final Thoughts Sources Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist announced for Switch ...
An Analysis of Nowhere | Little Nightmares Theory
zhlédnutí 31KPřed 3 měsíci
Thanks to the excellent Sounds of Nightmares podcast, we now know the events of Little Nightmares have all occurred within an alternate realm called the Nowhere - but how does this mysterious place work? And why does it exist at all? Join me as I discuss & present a possible theory for unifying the diverse locations Noone visits in her dreams with those traversed by Six, Mono, and countless oth...
The Canon of Little Nightmares Explained
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 4 měsíci
As we continue to wait for the release of Little Nightmares III - and the veritable flood of creator content that will surely follow - let's take a moment to examine how we talk about canon in the context of lore and theory crafting. Join me as I discuss some of the problems with defining canon in general and propose a basic framework for approaching the Little Nightmares canon now and in the f...
The Complete Lore of Afterimage
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 6 měsíci
Released by Aurogon Shanghai in April 2023, Afterimage is a stunning Chinese metroidvania with a profound, intricate story that can often be quite difficult to piece together. Join me on a (very) deep dive into the lore of this broken yet beautiful world, in which I explain and analyze virtually every aspect of the game’s story from beginning to end. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 03:16 - The Cr...
The World Design of Metroid Prime Remastered
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed 11 měsíci
With the recent launch of Metroid Prime Remastered, there’s never been a better time to revisit the vibrant, immersive world of Tallon IV and the story it brings to life. Join me on a deep dive into the exceptional world design and environmental storytelling of this groundbreaking classic. 00:00 - How to Approach World Design 01:28 - Intro 03:01 - Frigate Orpheon 06:52 - Tallon Overworld 10:38 ...
A Complete Story Breakdown of SIGNALIS
zhlédnutí 360KPřed rokem
“Are you still looking for answers where there are only questions?” If so, then you’ve come to the right place! Join me on a deep dive into the abyss of Signalis lore, in which I provide a thorough analysis and explanation of virtually every aspect of the game’s haunting story from beginning to end. Topics addressed include the following: - Connections with The King in Yellow - The true identit...
Top 10 Lessons Metroid Prime 4 Should Learn From The Trilogy
zhlédnutí 1,8KPřed rokem
In celebration of Metroid Prime’s 20th anniversary next month - and as the wait for news on Prime 4 stretches ever longer - I break down ten of the Prime Trilogy’s most important elements of design & discuss why these specific qualities need to be applied in Metroid Prime 4 in order to preserve and continue the legacy of this incredible series. 00:00 - Introduction 02:32 - Treat Story and Explo...
ENDER LILIES' Hidden Message About Hate
zhlédnutí 5KPřed rokem
The story of Land's End may be a tragedy, but - as in all classic tragedies - there is silver lining to the sorrow, lessons to be learned from the mistakes and misdeeds of others. Join me as I discuss the theme of Hate and the affect it had on various characters and events of the game, as well as whether things might have turned out differently had its grip been weakened. And in the process, we...
Imp of the Sun: It's No Metroidvania, and that's OK
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Released back in March 2022, Imp of the Sun is a charming action-platformer set in the rich locales of Peru. But…is it really a “metroidvania” like everyone makes it out to be? In this video I discuss, after which I give a full critique of the successes and struggles in this beautiful but flawed game.
ENDER LILIES Explained: The Lily Theory
zhlédnutí 8KPřed rokem
Lily flowers. Blight. Pact Symbols. Purification. What do all of these share in common? Well...it's complicated. In this theory video I break down some new revelations that alter the very foundation of these topics and represent a big shift in our understanding of the rich lore of Ender Lilies. Let's dive in!
ENDER LILIES Explained: The Theology of the White Parish
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ENDER LILIES Explained: The Theology of the White Parish
ENDER LILIES is getting a SEQUEL?!
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ENDER LILIES is getting a SEQUEL?!
ENDER LILIES Explained: The Three Realms
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ENDER LILIES Explained: The Three Realms
ENDER LILIES Explained: Is Land's End Post-Modern?
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ENDER LILIES Explained: Is Land's End Post-Modern?
ENDER LILIES Explained: The Umbral Knight's Sad Tale
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ENDER LILIES Explained: The Umbral Knight's Sad Tale
ENDER LILIES Explained: The Missing Link
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ENDER LILIES Explained: The Missing Link
ENDER LILIES Explained: How Purification Works
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ENDER LILIES Explained: How Purification Works
ENDER LILIES Explained: Who Were The Ancients?
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ENDER LILIES Explained: Who Were The Ancients?
ENDER LILIES Explained: The TRUE Nature of the Blight
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ENDER LILIES Explained: The TRUE Nature of the Blight
ENDER LILIES Explained: Why the Lilies Matter
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ENDER LILIES Explained: Why the Lilies Matter
ENDER LILIES Explained: What Caused the Rain?
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ENDER LILIES Explained: What Caused the Rain?
The Complete Lore of ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
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The Complete Lore of ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
Has Metroid Lost Its Way? Metroid Dread Review
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Has Metroid Lost Its Way? Metroid Dread Review

Komentáře

  • @kiranaka6045
    @kiranaka6045 Před 13 hodinami

    Its just like the world we live in We bite our own tail

  • @cyberchrist6808
    @cyberchrist6808 Před 18 hodinami

    9:55 i thought for sure Nikolai (originally assumed all patients in DB were used for replicas) was the basis for ADLR units, I brute forced my way through ADLRs little "astral calendar", and later at rotfront i used Nikolais PKZ# as the code to unlock library, notably I think it was different that what is shown here

  • @kamiwriterleonardo6345

    14:35 *It's been so long intensifies*

  • @lornthalas3492
    @lornthalas3492 Před dnem

    Thanks for the great videos! I was wondering if you could explain more on how you got the red eye to show up over the game screen? I tried increasing the brightness all the way up in the menu, but it didn't work. Any tips / advice appreciated!

    • @indiexplorergames
      @indiexplorergames Před dnem

      For sure! So as it turns out, the eye is caused by the game's Film Grain setting in the menu, so you'll want to have that switched on. But even then I'm not sure that the in-game brightness setting will show it, at least not very well - I had to push the levels pretty far in editing software to get what you see in the video, especially in the midtone range since that's where a lot of the grain lives.

    • @lornthalas3492
      @lornthalas3492 Před dnem

      @@indiexplorergames Thanks, I appreciate the help! I just finished the game and have been diving into videos like yours for all the neat details!

  • @trinstonmichaels7062

    Nice theory it's well made.

  • @trinstonmichaels7062

    Its cannon if it's made by the creator unless it's stupid than it's noncannon.

  • @trinstonmichaels7062

    This series lore is just gets better in time I do wonder what directions the series will take in the future.

  • @trinstonmichaels7062

    I can't wait to see what the third game has to offer.

  • @rip_HFWR
    @rip_HFWR Před 2 dny

    I wish this guy would use some kind of voice changer or filter cause the video is so good and his voice is so annoying jesus

  • @dreamweaver4183
    @dreamweaver4183 Před 3 dny

    *"do replikas dream of bioresonate lesbians?"*

  • @Elpresidente98
    @Elpresidente98 Před 4 dny

    Thank you for making these two videos. I finished Signalis last night and by coincidence I found your first video. Those 2 hours breezed by. I couldn't make up or down of the story myself, and was only able to feel the emotional aspects of the story. Love, sacrifice, death, tragedy and a journey through Hell but I really wanted to understand what was actually going on. Your videos put the game's story in a very concise and understandable way and I can appreciate Signalis in a much deeper way. What a wonderful experience Signalis is.

  • @Monkeman973
    @Monkeman973 Před 4 dny

    "oh a cool game wonder how deep the rabbit hole go- well shi"

  • @Halfdead7_
    @Halfdead7_ Před 5 dny

    What a great analysis, i just finished signalis about 2 days ago and my heart and brain were gone, i got completely mindfucked, i played it slow, reading every note, trying to understand, but every answer just gave me more questions, and now i am ripping through wiki/reddit/youtube, trying to understand more, and your video was perfect. I am really impressed for how well you put the information together, and even more for how well you understood what was happening and has so much knowledge about external references. Thank you for the great video, Sorry for this long text.

  • @aiyanajackson1090
    @aiyanajackson1090 Před 5 dny

    Hi Hi! So I have maybe a couple things only to say, as most of your theory bore a lot of good fruit, some of which is plausible, and some that I agree with entirely. Firstly, however, it was deemed that Six ALWAYS had a cruel heart to begin with, if we were to take into account the theory that Ln2 is prequel to Ln1 when she first brutally kills a Bully Doll in the school with her bare hands savagely, and started cracking the mannequin hand's fingers in the hospital level all of which is before her visit to the tower. Though losing her glitching remain, as LN2 dubs them, could've only increased her cruelty. As they say, "Someone with no soul feels nothing inside" if you catch my drift, so if we go back to my previous comment where I said Six displays signs of Sociopathy, it would mean that her cruel tendacies that she was displaying behind a facade would be all laundered out after losing her "Soul" which is why she never helps anyone like she did in VLN before, and practically becomes murderous. Speaking of VLN, your theory of her losing her innocence bears quite a bit of truth especially since she was there when the braid girl first helped her, then the braid girl, if you played VLN, shuts Six outside of a wooden shed, mistaking her for the monster chasing her. Six at that moment could've felt some true forgiveness, as she comes back at the end to attempt to save braid girl from the Pretender by crushing the monster girl with a huge Boulder, and not knowing the Pretenders weakness, witnessed the creature child leap back to her feet and in a last attempt to save herself, Six witnesses braid girl fall off after luring the Pretender over the edge. During that time, while falling, the Pretender nears closer and closer to braid girl, which leads to both their demise as the braid girl withered away, leaving her coat, and the Pretender, who was in a nutshell the wicked witch of the west. Six could've lost hope after seeing her savior's coat being the only thing left of her, which is why it brings so much comfort. Secondly, the meaning of Noone getting rid of the pendant may be deeper than you described, since I think of the concept of "to grow, is to let go". To emerge to the other side safely, Noone had to "let go" of the pendant she so truly desired. Thirdly (I know I said maybe a couple, but I have more on my mind), you say that "a place that has lost their keeper is deemed obsolete", and that I find interesting because in VLN, the Pretender was, at most, the keeper of the nest, and everything within. Would you, in a sense, say that the nest would be rendered obsolete as well, and, in a word, collapse like the Shopping mall did in "Sounds of Nightmares", and the signal tower in Ln2? But what of the residents within the Nest? Would they simply die off because the ferryman decided that the Nest was no longer relevant without the child antag? Fourth, and finally, I agree with what you said about the photos on the wall in the signal tower, and how they may represent her past, present, and future, but you focused on present, and a little bit on past, but speculated the future. Ther are several pictures and portraits scattered about the pale city, but you focused on only four in the signal tower that can be, as far as we know, seen without obscurity. Remember what the description of the Nowhere and Ferryman says? That a soul so tortured are the only ones allowed to pass unless the torturer (for lack of better term) deals enough pain to cross through themselves? What if the girl with long hair and yellowed white dress WAS Six, but Six before she crossed over? Six, before her short hair? It is popular belief that Hair holds memory, so to cut it would make you feel "anew" if you were in some sort of trauma. The grandma like face could be the interpretation of how Six viewed her torturer: a hag like, cruel, ugly woman. After all, children by the age of nine know well enough good from evil, and can still make a picture of how they view their elders. In a sense, the hag woman, and the long hair girl would be her past-the past she doesn't want to remember (which could explain the scratched up face), the her in the yellow coat as her present, and monster six her potential future before Mono saved her, and she went on this darkened massacre. What if she was never meant to leave, but DID? Anyway, that's my spiel on the video. Sorry it's long, friend, and I hope you have yourself a good day😊.

  • @Nathematic
    @Nathematic Před 5 dny

    Absolutely amazing breakdown! I really appreciate all the obvious hard work that went into it. I think I'll run through the game again under new lights. Instant sub.

  • @HeatherHolt
    @HeatherHolt Před 5 dny

    What a well made video. Solid lore. Gg friend ❤

  • @bealea1127
    @bealea1127 Před 5 dny

    I made a game called LITTLE BUT LOST (LBL). its a game about S who is trapped in the warper. You must help her to find the escaoe. This is a fangame.

  • @GuhnomeArt
    @GuhnomeArt Před 6 dny

    Your channel is awesome 😭 You’re amazing at your theories! Though with the shopping mall, I’ve always thought that the mall was a manifestation from noone’s fears about otto. The fact that the mall is so desperate to keep her happy and help her while also being selfish and disturbing. It yells to her that no one should be left alone and that she can’t leave “too” implying someone like sisi already having left otto, and he’s desperate to keep noone. I also note that it gives her twisted gifts like the doll and jewels. This parallels the candies he gives her, to make her happy but also shut her up. Also the shadows behind the glass make me think how noone is weary about his shady intentions. idk if the connection to otto is already a thing to everyone and I’m just dumb, but I thought I’d point it out lol

  • @evgeniykotov471
    @evgeniykotov471 Před 6 dny

    pure genius

  • @Julia-ow4st
    @Julia-ow4st Před 6 dny

    So Alina died in the war? (as per part 1) How could she have been at S23 then? I understand that she is a self insert of Ariane, but whose were all those diary entries then if she never was there? She got sick and her hair turned white (she slowly turned into Ariane) and also knew an LSTR unit. But still, I don't understand how she ended up at S23, we also saw a photo of her looking sick etc. Maybe if she didnt die, she was put there for reeducation purposes after they used Lilith for a replika?

  • @WheatDos
    @WheatDos Před 6 dny

    Nowhere is where Courage the Cowardly Dog lives.

  • @SunsetEnvy
    @SunsetEnvy Před 6 dny

    the "soot" shedding from the doctor is not actually soot but debris from him walking on the ceiling

  • @kordeliiius9821
    @kordeliiius9821 Před 6 dny

    BANGER theory, this episode was the team’s favorite for a reason it seems

  • @RichardJohnson-wd1gp

    Loved the use of Eulenlieder at the end

  • @desireemontalvo-dobao3411

    I have a quite intresting theory about The black mist seen all around little nightmares. I think the black mist is the void from hollow knight, this might not make sence, since if you played hollow knight you might remember the void was a liquid, while the black mist is a mist, obviously. But void is also able to take a solid form, along with a very potient mist so strong its seen as high up as the Ancient Basin elevator in the city of tears. Another way theyre connected is how theyre used, both substances are used to make constructs by very powerful beings, aka the shadow kids, the kingsmolds and wingsmolds. Void also hates light, the runaway kid's flashlight is used to kill the shadow kids. The only reason why the kingsmolds and wingsmolds arent killed in the white palace is because theyre heavily armored, and the void also dosent die in the radiance arena because it is strengthened by the knight using the void heart, so thats my theory, its quite the stretch but as a semi-retired youtuber said "its just a theory".

  • @mikeyfrederick1232
    @mikeyfrederick1232 Před 7 dny

    Just gotta say this is some really great content sir....super smart and really insightful.... I've never played the game but while I enjoy watching the game play...the lore......the story...is just brilliant to me... So your discussion on it is brilliant to me also... Major credit and props to you and the channel!

  • @wearegonnadance
    @wearegonnadance Před 8 dny

    "But let's be honest, you have already listened to it, haven't you." I couldn't help but laugh in a good way, not at all meant to be offensive. I simply found your little humor surprisingly pleasant. Though my comment is unnecessary since it does not add into the theories, I wanted to compliment you as I was astonished. Do continue.

  • @plasmatic3223
    @plasmatic3223 Před 8 dny

    The Ferryman: *Takes children away from their troubled, traumatic lives to live in a magical world dissociated from our understanding of time, and space. He’s basically Peter Pan

  • @Neku628
    @Neku628 Před 8 dny

    Do children have to be biologically related to their abusers when it comes generational trauma? Bojack Horseman tackled this and how Bojack pretty much traumatized and ultimately indirectly killed Sarah Lynn.

    • @theforknut2415
      @theforknut2415 Před 8 dny

      Trauma by itself is not genetic, the actions of the adults transfer the trauma to the through their experiences together, for example if the adult is alcoholic and drinks daily then the kid watching all of this will end up being alcoholic

  • @dimag4499
    @dimag4499 Před 8 dny

    Amazing summary. Was a pleasure to listen to. This game is stuck in my mind weeks after completing it (I got the Memory ending, btw).

  • @rooliesd
    @rooliesd Před 8 dny

    I liked this game a lot up until halfway through when I started to realize that it was all a metaphor and a dream. That's such a boring and cliche cop out.

  • @nicha7298
    @nicha7298 Před 8 dny

    Wow, just wow. I am speechless, both from how amazing this game is and how insanely good this video is

  • @williamhanekom9882
    @williamhanekom9882 Před 9 dny

    I adore this theory. Especially as it might tie into the mirror we see in the trailer for LN3. The perfect lady could be assigning roles and identities to visitors of the nowhere via the clothes she gives them. Thus setting the course for the monsters we're already familiar with.

  • @Fulcrum5016
    @Fulcrum5016 Před 9 dny

    Excellent job again! I’ve been trying to figure out the Shopping Mall myself, but haven’t quite been able to put together the pieces. This really helped! An interesting thing I found: I believe the “main” voice of the Shopping Mall is actually Kester Lovelace (Otto). After listening to some of his other works, it definitely sounds like him. I find it interesting that it is this character that yells, “Everyone needs someone! Don’t leave me alone!” and, “Don’t take her, not this one, too.” These words are foretokens of the sentiments Otto expresses in Chapter 6 as the Ferryman takes Noone away. It’s a nice touch to have two similar characters voiced by the same person, and a clever bit of foreshadowing that manifests upon rewatching.

  • @TheBigE9999
    @TheBigE9999 Před 9 dny

    It could be that the Ferryman keeps an eye on kids that have recently entered dreams and takes them away if they aren't a good "fit" per se. Mono is a very lonely person, so he fits right in with a world where everyone feels so alone, they literally escape through the television. Six is a very goal oriented person, like a predator on the hunt, so she wound up in a place where it's a giant hunting ground where everyone hunts everyone else. Maybe if Noone was a more materialistic person, the ferryman would've left her at the mall to indulge in the luxury

    • @indiexplorergames
      @indiexplorergames Před 9 dny

      I like this idea a lot! The Ferryman "testing" children at various locations to see how they respond does sound like something he would do.

  • @LittleViewer06
    @LittleViewer06 Před 9 dny

    After hearing the 3rd chapter, I also drew parallels from the Mall and Signal Tower. And how somethings seemed similar to Mono. What I also found intriguing was finding a video from Bandai Namco about Little Nightmares II where Derren Brown(is that spelled right?) and towards the end he mentions, “The Theater of the Mind.” I just found it very interesting that this was before the podcast was even started.

    • @indiexplorergames
      @indiexplorergames Před 9 dny

      Ooh good connection, I forgot about that line..."the theater of the sleeping mind." Usually the term is applied to radio but it makes so much sense in the context of dreams...

    • @plasmatic3223
      @plasmatic3223 Před 8 dny

      It’s funny how that video somewhat predicted the plot of the podcast

  • @Bee-yh7rm
    @Bee-yh7rm Před 10 dny

    I thought of the Signal Tower so much when listening to the Shopping Mall episode too! I’m surprised I haven’t see anyone draw the similarities sooner. I’ve been loving your Little Nightmares videos so much. Your ideas are always so fresh and the way you explain them is cohesive and easy to follow! You structure your videos very smoothly and I love how thoroughly you explain every piece of evidence and concept you use when analyzing.

    • @aiyanajackson1090
      @aiyanajackson1090 Před 5 dny

      I'm pretty sure they did draw similarities but kept to themselves tbh😅

  • @theopmster4210
    @theopmster4210 Před 10 dny

    I love your theory videos and hope to see more of your amazing, detailed videos. I WANT TO WATCH THE ENDER MAGNOLIA VIDEO SO BAD BUT I DONT WANT TO SPOIL MYSELF 🥲🥲🥲

  • @murasakidokugi5013
    @murasakidokugi5013 Před 10 dny

    Just my assumptions tho. Maybe 'The Perfect Lady' was the Avatar of the Signal Tower itself, as so far it's the most seemingly biggerfish Antagonist in the game Franchise so far, althought she currently localized her 'tower form' in the pale city, with Mono (whom she kept captive by using Six's betrayal against him) as her tower form main 'conduit' by using his power to send her hypnotyzing signals to kept pale city nightmarish state at bay so she could focus on her other duty as Nowhere watcher and eldritch manager, couple with the one eye symbols were the presentation of 'her' role as Nowhere's watcher and maybe her true form was the eldritch dimension Noone Saw in the last episode of TSON, which was filled with 'eyes moon and stars' on it's sky, and maybe Ferryman is her main lieutenant, whom she given task to manipulate the children to come into Nowhere's realm to be her fellow abominations preys and playthings as somehow the children sufferings gave Nowhere perpetual energy to keep existing, and somehow it's felt a bit suitable with her the one that pull the strings from behind. But again, it's just my assumptions.