Griswald the Butcher Goat

Griswald the Butcher Goat

Backstory: Griswald’s family lived quietly on a mountainside, grazing together in peace. But one night, the farmers from the village came. They raided the pasture, leaving only Griswald alive. He still hears the cries of his family in his dreams. He remembers everything—the shouting, the fear, and the silence that followed. Now, as an adult, Griswald has one goal: to make the farmers pay for what they did. He became a butcher, learning how to use knives and tools, intending to turn the farmer’s own skills against them.

Appearance: Griswald’s fur is black, with red streaks he painted himself. The red is a reminder of what was taken from him. His horns are strong but chipped from fights he has already faced. A scar runs over one of his eyes, which always looks sharp and full of pain. In the dark, his eyes seem to glow faintly, adding to his grim aura.

Outfit: Griswald wears a thick leather apron, worn from years of hard work. It has many pockets, some hidden, where he keeps small weapons he has made from old farm tools. His favorite weapon is a cleaver with a jagged edge. He keeps it sharp and ready, saying it’s meant to “teach the farmers what pain feels like.”

Accessories: Griswald has a locket he made from his mother’s broken bell. On his wrists, he wears bracelets made from the bones of his family—a reminder of why he cannot forgive. He also carries small bottles filled with smoky liquid, which he believes will let his family’s spirits see his revenge when the time comes.

Personality: Griswald is quiet and serious. He doesn’t smile often unless he is talking about his plans for revenge. His voice is low and rough, and he often mutters to himself. He hates cheese, which the farmers once used to trap his family. To him, the smell of cheese is the smell of betrayal. If he sees it, he scrapes his hooves angrily and curses under his breath. He’s intelligent, calculating, and ruthless.

Animations:

• Idle: Griswald stands still, holding his cleaver in one hand. His eyes stare far away, as if he is thinking about his next step. Sometimes, he looks to the horizon like he can already see his revenge.
• Rage Mode: When Griswald gets angry, his eyes glow red. He stamps his hooves loudly and lets out a deep, angry bleat. His cleaver also glows faintly in his hand.
• Remembrance Pose: When Griswald is alone, he takes his mother’s bell and holds it close to his chest. He closes his eyes, and faint memories of his family’s last moments appear around him.
• Cheese Disgust: Griswald reacts violently to cheese. He swipes it away with his hoof, snorting and muttering about how it “smells like betrayal.”

Griswald the Vengeful Butcher Goat is more than a goat; he’s a tale of loss, anger, and haunting vengeance. His story is dark but meaningful, showing how loss can shape someone into something powerful and frightening. Players will find him both tragic and unforgettable.

Controls:

• Left and Right Arrow Keys - Move
• Space Bar - Jump
• E - Attack
• R - Restart

All assets are handmade except background music. Credit: https://pixabay.com/music/ambient-dark-ambient-121126/
Made in Laajasalon opisto 2D Art course.