The mysterious Silent Hill games have lots to say.
Some monsters get a more comprehensive treatment than others, however.
So we’ll be looking at the most symbolically interesting monsters inthe entire series.
Because of Silent Hill’s themes, this article contains mentions of child and sexual abuse.
This grotesque creature is bound inside a lattice grid with a disturbing mouth situated in its abdomen.
Interestingly, after Flesh Lip appears every subsequent creature has a mouth.
They’re never seen above ground, which is actually a part of their symbolism.
Mandarin represent the feelings of being trapped that James experiences, his suffering and desire to escape his situation.
They also very distinctly include mouths as part of their design, since they appear after Flesh Lip.
The Silent Hill series looks to be done.
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Those two themes are central to Silent Hill 2, possibly best represented in the Mannequin.
These strange-looking humanoid creatures are featured in the divisive series entry, Silent Hill: Downpour.
The mixture of a humanoid creature with disgusting looking flesh will likely make your own skill crawl.
He’s since appeared in movies and other games, despite being tied very closely to James' psyche.
They can’t be killed, but they can apparently be hurt, since they flinch away from attacks.
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They represent an umbilical cord, an obsession of Walter’s.
The first time you come across a Pendulum, you’re sure to remember it.
They’re no picnic for the game’s protagonist, Heather, either.
They’re fast, unpredictable at times, and have multiple attacks.
Even worse, they usually travel in packs.
Compared to the Pendulum, the boss has a much taller and more imposing form.
Even worse, he has long limbs and an impressive amount of reach.
When it comes to symbolism, the Missionary receives two nods.
This is exactly what Claudia plans to do with Heather in Silent Hill 3.
