Necrolights are lights that are able to interact with the Other Side by channeling otherworldly energy. They first appeared in "The Bologna Incident" and return in the form of Sal’s modified guitar in "The Trial".
Description and Capabilities[]
Necrolights have the ability to interact with the spirit world, being able to summon paranormal entities (such as ghosts and demons), cast and break spells, and possibly allow the living to cross into the spectral plane, if only temporarily. These feats are achieved by harnessing mysterious energy. Exactly what this energy is, is uncertain, though Rosenberg referred to it as "magic from another world," while Jim Johnson speculated it was something different in his journal. Todd speculated it is the same energy that the Super Gear Boy emits, meaning it is likely akin to electricity. This is supported by how the energy is channeled through light bulbs and produces light, and possibly one of the reasons why Stacy Holmes cutting the power would have disrupted the cult’s ritual.
Necrolights can be combined with other devices, granting them the ability to manipulate the spirit world as well. A prime example of this is Sal’s guitar. It’s also possible that the otherworldly energy they channel can be infused into objects, such as the mysterious game cartridge that Sal found in the basement that gave his Gear Boy the ability to sense supernatural hotspots.
It has been noted that necrolights could only be lit through divine rituals involving sacred texts. Sal, on the other hand, was able to light them simply with the aid of the Super Gear Boy. This apparently fulfilled a prophecy told among members of the cult, foretelling the arrival of someone who would be able to do just that.
History[]
Necrolights were presumably used in the practices of an ancient society. These practices were continued by the Devourers of God, who used them in their various rituals. At an unknown time, a more modern system was installed in the cult's temple, using their energy to power numerous mechanisms within the complex. It was speculated that the necrolights played a part in summoning the Red-Eyed Demon.
The Bologna Incident[]
Sal, Larry, and Todd entered the Temple to save Ashley. While traversing the structure, Todd discovered the necrolights, leaving him speculating about their origin and purpose. While Sal wanted to destroy them in case the cult were to return, Todd wished to study them further.
After searching the Temple further, Sal discovered a room with a pair of unlit necrolights. After lighting them, a ghost of a cultist appeared speaking of a prophecy where someone who could light the necrolights without the aid of rituals would appear. He greatly insisted Sal was that person before handing him a page from Jim’s journal and departing.
The Trial[]
Over the next five years, Todd studied and experimented with the necrolights. These experiments eventually resulted in Sal’s modified guitar. Sal later used the guitar to destroy the Pillar.
Items[]
Light Bulb[]
The light bulb was an item that Sal found while exploring the Temple. While it resembled a regular light bulb, it was actually specially made to channel the mysterious energy of the necrolights. Once placed on its stand and activated with the Super Gear Boy, the levers to operate a pentagram puzzle were revealed. Once the puzzle was solved, the switch that opened the gate was activated, allowing Sal and Larry access to the rest of the complex.
Guitar[]
- Main article: Guitar
Todd gave Sal’s guitar necrolight modifications. By playing a series of twelve symbols, the guitar is able to manipulate the spirit world. Using the guitar, Sal broke the Pillar’s barrier spells and temporarily freed the souls that had been corrupted by the Dark.
Trivia[]
- "Necro" is a Greek prefix that means "death".
- How necrolights function is nearly identical to necromancy, a type of magic that involves summoning and speaking to the dead.
- The necrolight bulb resembles light bulbs that were produced in the early 1900s, possibly indicating when they were installed.
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504 Key • Baggie • Charley's Pony • Gear Boy • Hospital Key • Key Card • Quarter • Teacup • Walkie Talkie
Antenna • Cognition Key • Necklace • Puzzle Box • Super Gear Boy • Rubix Cube
Camera • Hex Key • Larry's Rock • Lighter • Light Bulb • Mrs. Packerton's Keys • Necrolights • Old Journal • Paper clip • Teacup • Tennis Ball
201 Key • Carrot • Cell Phone • Deadstone • Guitar • Knife • Larry's Note • Pocket Knife • Teeth • Temple Key • VHS Tapes
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