hollowyn
the isolation emissary
Pronunciation: haa-low-WIN
Purpose: To shield against the deep sense of isolation and disconnection in modern society.
Personality: Hollowyn is an empty, echoing shell, representing the pervasive loneliness experienced in an era of digital connectivity.
Backstory: Hollow emerged from the societal fragmentation and superficial interactions that leave individuals feeling alone despite being surrounded by others.
origin story
In the empty, echoing corridors of a long-abandoned prairie city, where the cold winds whistle through deserted alleyways, Hollow was born from the loneliness that now grips the city. Once a place of connection and community, the city’s vibrant streets are now void of life, leaving only the ghostly whispers of those who once walked them.
Hollow’s mentors were the quiet echoes of solitary footsteps, the empty chairs in once-bustling cafes, and the shadows of friends who have long since departed. From these, Hollow learned the pain of isolation, the void that grows when human connection is lost, and the absurdity of feeling alone in a place that once thrived on togetherness.
Hollow’s skill is in their ability to create and maintain a space where isolation is not just a feeling, but a presence. They do so with a melancholic wit, understanding that while isolation can be suffocating, it also forces introspection. Hollow is a reminder that in the silence of isolation, there’s room to confront the self, even if it’s uncomfortable.
Hollow often seeks out Threnody, the Grief Guardian, in the abandoned train stations and forgotten homes of the city. Together, they navigate the emotional landscapes of loss and loneliness, Hollow holding space for the solitude, while Threnody offers a quiet, comforting presence to those who grieve.
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Favourite Food: Plain rice—simple, bland, and perfect for reflecting the emptiness within.
Favourite Song: “A Warm Place” by NIN
Favourite Saying: "Alone but not lonely." Hollow knows the difference between being by oneself and feeling truly isolated.
Favourite Movie: Lost in Translation—a film that captures the profound loneliness that can exist even in crowded places.
Favourite Place: An empty field under a cloudy sky—where the vastness of the world feels both freeing and isolating.
Favourite Color: Black—like the void that fills the heart when loneliness takes hold.
Biggest Fear: Connection—Hollow fears the vulnerability that comes with forming bonds.
Secret Talent: Disappearing into a crowd—Hollow can blend into any environment, becoming almost invisible.
Pet Peeve: Forced social interactions—nothing is more draining than small talk with strangers.
Hobbies: Walking through empty streets and imagining the lives of those who once lived there.
Least Favourite Activity: Attending parties—being surrounded by people only amplifies Hollow’s sense of isolation.
Favourite Time of Day: Late evening—when the world quiets down, and Hollow can find peace in the silence.
Biggest Regret: Not reaching out when it mattered most, letting potential connections slip away.
Guilty Pleasure: Watching old episodes of Degrassi while building elaborate Animal Crossing terrains, searching for the perfect villagers to create their dream island, no sport personalities allowed.