Team Cherry Lore and Plot Explained

Special Thanks to Graig for helping me verify my research for this video.
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Video Chapters
0:00 Introduction
1:13 William Pellen
4:18 Ari Gibson
5:36 Game Jams
8:40 Hollow Knight
10:34 Kickstarter Campaign
12:46 Development
17:00 Release and Expansions
19:40 Outro

[@crille626]

"Hurry up and finish the hornet DLC. ya lazy fu..." OH boy if only we knew...

[@SC4RRL3TT]

Literally nobody: Team Cherry: Damnit, we were to good at our jobs, and now we have to make the DLC a separate game. Curses!

[@aidenfoxx5828]

@@SC4RRL3TT don't think they would curse. I see this as an absolute win

[@SC4RRL3TT]

@@aidenfoxx5828 nice

[@StormTheOnigiri]

I mean, considering the originally meant the game to take 2-3 hours to complete, we had to see this coming

[@williamzulu5134]

Lol, had me at you lazy f

[@Psil0]

''Hornet DLC'' Yeah yeah...we know how that went.

[@fin5377]

IT WENT UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING

[@puffingamer9870]

I wanted to see the teletubbies lore 😢

[@thealchemist8514]

“Your next social gathering.” Yeah yeah... we know how that went

[@diobrando1325]

@@puffingamer9870 who said we couldn’t have both?

[@froggerz9493]

I cant believe team cherry lied to us like that... smh smh 😔

[@karlm115]

Team Cherry is located on the MOON?! Theory by Game Theory

[@michaelweaver9360]

You belive in the moon?

[@karlm115]

@@michaelweaver9360 I believe in myself

[@karlm115]

@@noname-dj7vj I have even a better one. HOLLOW KNIGHT is in a COMA?!

[@renanmacapagal8736]

I pretty sure you guys predicted what had just happened.

[@TwilightYonder720]

makes me wish Matpat made a video about this instead

[@adelmarus]

sees quality Mossbag upload "that's hot"

[@thegloriouskingkronk8422]

*HAHAHAHAHA*

[@awkwardstephen9034]

God dammit not a yt rewind reference

[@CianaCorto]

See the thing with comments like these is, they date so quickly. One month later this comment is kinda cringy. But still true though.

[@imperfect_dan7519]

Awkward Stephen that’s not from yt rewind.....

[@elecstorm3701]

17:50 , question 23: "Why is Zote so hot?"

[@voxelwv1781]

"Why is zote so sexy?" Nobody knows... Not even science itself

[@AuburnInAutumn]

Only our dreams can satisfy our need for limitless Zote masculinity.

[@IronianKnight]

@@AuburnInAutumn Well, that and the Eternal Ordeal

[@infinitypilot]

"This is beyond science."

[@dorsiareservation900]

So inspiring. I can’t believe three people made something that means so much to me. I gotta get off my lazy ass.

[@anotherfilthyspymain443]

Are you off your lazy ass yet

[@dorsiareservation900]

@@anotherfilthyspymain443 haha, actually... kinda yeah. I’m starting school in 2 weeks for making 3D assets for games. Wish me luck, random KZbin dude!

[@anotherfilthyspymain443]

@@dorsiareservation900 good luck man nice job getting off your lazy ass

[@AALINI]

@@dorsiareservation900 how's it been going for ya

[@dorsiareservation900]

Not great. I dropped out after a month. It was probably the hardest thing I’ve ever tried in my life. Like learning to sing if you don’t have musical talent. 12-14 hour days sitting on the computer, 6 days a week and literally crying myself to sleep some nights. But at least I tried. And it gets added to the list of things I can’t do. Such is life.

[@akagura9422]

Hey, if you ever DO get to ask Team Cherry some Questions, can you ask them why Flukemarm is a alluring god of mothergood? I....need to confirm something....

[@ManoredRed]

Because its a giant sexy vermin that spits children at you.

[@Rankurusu777]

I wanna know what this means for the Fluke Hermit... bc.. well it's for science, really

[@eba56]

*yea reasons*

[@RowansReviews]

Flukemilf

[@Giant_SewerRat]

@@RowansReviews I'm gonna dream nail your ghost

[@Blackthornprod]

I love the humor in these videos :) ! Fantastic content Mr Moss !

[@derulan6111]

Hey man! Love your stuff!

[@kinas1027]

Yes

[@fuzzyd1436]

Hey teacher

[@MyMilho]

this is secretly jack

[@vmrrobotic7069]

Hi btp:D

[@pyroball602]

*waits for Mossbag screaming the entire video on the Silksong Reveal Trailer*

[@Azumoku]

Wait a CB here?

[@BrysonSpahn]

using lewd thumbnails for clickbait smh

[@jcstides]

Bryson Spahn *looks through binoculars* that’s hot, that’s hot

[@goroboys7841]

th that's a kid

[@BrysonSpahn]

it's a genderless empty void being with no mind, soul etc i don't think it can be a "kid" that's why the OG hollow knight failed, remember?

[@jcstides]

hewwo? h-hewwo? Uh oh fbi is here

[@goroboys7841]

@@BrysonSpahn hmm i only used "kid" as a joke hehe--

[@misterskeleton1397]

What skeletons? I do. I live in Ari Gibson's closet. It'd be nice if he picked up every once in a while

[@Paulito-ym4qc]

dude, it's 2020, we all support you, you can come out of the closet now! take your time, i just want you to know, that i'll always support you no matter what!

[@psyonide1394]

Hornet DLC? HORNET GAME, BABY.

[@singe6264]

Yyyyaaaaaaa

[@cyansalvatore6011]

Still not out yet.

[@hermynbonnema5219]

Still waiting

[@Wheat_Thinn]

@Bughana by don't get hyped you mean DO get hyped because they have been taking all this time in order to make this game SUPER GOOD

[@Leonagraphy]

Hahahahahaaa

[@yyveltan3489]

I have to say i am really intrested in the Return to Booty Grotto lore. While some might think Team Cherry only took ideas from the game, I think it hides a greater secret. You already pointed a few ressemblances with Hollow Knight : the sawblades, the jellyfishes/bees that are normal/strange enemies here (the opposite of Hollow Knight). Let's now analyse each ending: -In the first one, Finn frees a being from its prison. Does that ring a bell? It should, because this is clearly a nod to The Knight awakening The Hollow Knight. It might also be related to Hornet because there's a girl but I'm not too sure about that one. -In the second ending, Finn becomes a king after finding crap. The Knight united the void and led it against The Radiance after assembling the 2 halves of the Kingsoul. Quite similar indeed. -Finally, Finn ascends in space and finds a giant light. And who else climbs higher and higher in hopes of reaching a "Light", all this happening within a dream? Back to reality, Finn leaves this lowly earth, like Mister Mushroom did. Now what does this all mean? Is this the ancient civilisation? The reason why there are jellyfishes in Hollow Knight? Who knows? I personally think this is a parallel universe, in which every event differs slightly. My theory might seem a bit weak but take a look at the items at 3:55 "References to other games" you say? What about the white figure in what looks like armor? Right after you said William had an unhealthy obsession with buzzsaws. It isn't uncommon for a developper to somehow add themselves in their games and the Pale King is quite sneaky. So tell me, if you were in great danger and able to create worlds, wouldn't it be a nice idea to hide somewhere in the past, in another universe, as a mere toy? I can only hope Team Cherry's next project will expand on this incredible multiverse, maybe in the Hornet DLC? I will be waiting. nice video btw

[@AlI-xc4bo]

Ah yes I see you are a man of culture

[@WebContractor7407]

hey, I think game theory is calling, also how long did it take for you to make this odd conclusion? I hope many showers.

[@Leonagraphy]

I understand everything and nothing all at once

[@cantthinkofaname2672]

when a risky mess of an idea turns into a beautiful masterpiece Luck 100%

[@steelram4098]

Oh Mossbag! Our prometheus! What fire of knowledge do you bring to us mortals today?

[@AuburnInAutumn]

Bugs, lots of bugs. Drawn by humans!

[@PaladinJackal]

Ay Jontron reference

[@RoamingBardo]

Looking forward to the Teletubbies lore👌🏼

[@inikotheironic5139]

Ya'll insane.

[@thecrimsonaxe6037]

I actually agree. I seriously want some one to explain that show to me. Please.

[@SMAB2007]

I want my childhood to be explained

[@mightypurplelicious3209]

Teletubbies are horrifying

[@roxasora3]

i dont watch videogamemossbag cause he's puerto rican

[@WanderTheNomad]

If you watch his other videos you would know he's actually of african american descent.

[@TwistedMarshmallow]

Dunkey

[@merrynmoore8926]

Oh how the turn tables

[@NintendoGamer789]

I thought GraveyardMedia was the hollow knight donkey clone

[@WebContractor7407]

EsCus MeH? i WiLl DeSTrOi Yo- (suddenly you begin to hear "who lives in a pinaple under the sea? NOBODY!" in the distance, slowly geting louder)

[@LevelZeroToInfinity]

Moss I'm crazy impressed by your extreme growth and dedication to this fandom, you make Hollow Knight even more interesting and fun than it already was. Saying your videos made my experience more entertaining is an understatement, your videos are **essential** to falling even more in love with this amazing game. Keep doing you dude, I can't wait for what content you will possibly bring with the Hornet DLC.

[@NT-sx2bd]

Your pfp is adorable.

[@korkad_]

TWENTY MINUTES OF MOSSBAGS VOICE RIGHT INTO MY EARS OH MY

[@AdAstraPerAsperae]

The perfect way to start off my Christmas break, Hell yeah

[@bobbobert128]

Same. Every time I go to check his channel there is a video posted earlier that day and they are never boring.

[@SemiHypercube]

you know a Hollow Knight video is old when it talks about "the Hornet DLC"

[@IdkDieGODiguess]

"... is still waiting to be added in the Hornet DLC" oh how naive he was

[@ShadowAphro]

I just got the voidheart edition cant wait to complete hollow knight for the 5th time

[@Vonias]

nice

[@safir2241]

My dad plays Hollow Knight. He accidentally deleted his save file one time & got back to where he was (Soul Sanctum). Now he’s in Crystal Peak.

[@locolorenz]

How lmao

[@PyroLifter]

Yeah, but what does this imply about the Pale King

[@vish5942]

he fucked team cherry too

[@infinitypilot]

@@vish5942 "This guy fucks."

[@soda_under_soda]

He loves sawblades a lot

[@pelieskola5708]

@@vish5942 This should not get me anymore.

[@vish5942]

@@pelieskola5708 he fucked you too admit it he fucked everyone

[@nikolajnygaardborg8316]

Hey Moss, just wanted to let you know i really enjoyed your stream last weekend, and i would love for you to do it again, and perhaps go for a better % completion!

[@brendancave8447]

yes

[@treeonahill3557]

Yo, I'm here in 2021.

[@keithredacted8154]

Amazing lore video, you explained the plot so well! It doesn't go with my theory though but I'll give you a pass. _Hindi kami karapat-dapat sa seresa ng koponan._

[@monaqq]

Of course we aren't worthy of them P.S Love your videos keith redacted

[@nd_otd]

What? Pilipino ka?

[@dangerouscolors]

pinoy spotted

[@dootthebang7516]

Please tell me there will be another mossbag video and you haven’t just forgotten us because I’ve rewatched this like 62 times

[@RasmusMolck]

"Reused the design of the Hungry Knight for Dung Defender" XD

[@Antibeck]

A Utah native here. I would like to confirm, I have bought this game approvlximately 6 times for myself through various formats, and 3 times for others. It is pretty popular here. Team Cherry really has made it.

[@zadoc2339]

I didn’t realize how old this video was until he mentioned hornet dlc

[@xiyanzhou9829]

Bad news, there will be no Hornet DLC.

[@zekari9850]

周熙岩 wink wink

[@macawesomebird3383]

周熙岩 So sad. It's too bad they're too good to make a totally new DLC.

[@cassandramaedelcoamon2935]

周熙岩 there is Silksong now so you're wrong

[@NT-sx2bd]

Just something bigger..

[@Bunnyleadd]

I love ur pfp,,, so much

[@HeroDark98]

Of course! Hollow Knight is a darker version of Teletubbies!

[@souIburger]

And teletubbies is a darker version of dark souls

[@inikotheironic5139]

@@souIburger oof

[@chocobovonhauske8518]

I think it is the other way around

[@thecrimsonaxe6037]

Is it opposite day?

[@toyguismailov4199]

@@souIburger and dark souls is a darker version of Might and Magic

[@Ethobot]

*Waits for Hornet DLC, gets Hornet game instead*

[@ziwuri]

*gets an ominous delivery of clown makeup and apparel at doorstep*

[@Palemis]

Bro got ratioed years later

[@serosaki8895]

This was really fun and interesting to watch, really love your humor and voice. Thanks for making this mossbag

[@SuzieTheStrange]

I always look forward to you releasing new videos and you never disappoint!! Can't wait for the next one!!

[@XavierMacX]

Using the "Serial" music in the intro (not original to Serial, but now associated with it) was a very nice touch lol. Didn't see anyone else comment on that.

[@Axymerion]

"The game was supposed to be 2 to 3h long" *My 80h save* 😅

[@pokekiller787x]

*my 115hr save with several other files to complete every achievement* 😅

[@Bunnyleadd]

Me, crying in cant beat Hornet*

[@darknal2586]

I love your humor in all your Hollow Knight videos that I have watched. It really makes my day :'D

[@Terioth]

Yo, just wanted to say you are currently my favorite youtuber. Binge watched everything on your channel and please keep it coming

[@oddowl9878]

It's weird to imagine that silksong used to be the "hornet DLC" since never played hollow knight before silksong was announced.

[@randydator4848]

17:50 okay now lets talk about question 23

[@MrSatan1003]

Fantastic video. Your diligence and attention to detail in making these is admirable, and your wit always makes them an entertaining as well as an interesting watch. Please keep doing what you're doing!

[@okaystingray6215]

I accidentally binged every video on your channel including the almost 5 hour stream and I was concerned that then next video was going to be next year. I've never been so happy to be wrong!

[@Shinesprk]

"And it's really popular in Utah, I guess." Me, playing it in Utah right now: surprised Pikachu face

[@makanacraft85]

15:21 Hey look it’s me!

[@launders]

i love you thanks for making so many vids

[@ramirochalar1243]

Every time I get a notification for one of your videos I get excited and (mostly) hard

[@absolutephoenix5312]

William Pellen, Ari Gibson and Christopher Larkin. A trio that will always be our favorite

[@disc_00]

"The game was supposed to be 2 or 3 hours long, but it ended up being a LOT longer" 5 hours speedrun achievement: "Are you sure about that?"

[@Vspinax]

this is so great. Fantastic video, love the humor! :D

[@elguapo4236]

Really is inspiring. Thank you for making this video. I love the lore, aesthetic and atmosphere of this game

[@AngryAnimator.]

“ some of this content is waiting to be added in the Hornet dlc “ oh you naive child

[@lace4615]

"After the Hornet dlc, Hollow Knight will be complete".....oh boy....litlle did he know....

[@dacrokmistakilla]

Thank you Team Cherry, and thank you Mossbag for all the great content ! This video game is so inspirationnal, made me get back to art !

[@MiroYT]

This video was awesome! Team Cherry deserves so much and their story needs to be told!

[@qe1950]

Yes praise the moss man

[@darksentinel082]

Ari is a weeb and I'm happy Because that means there's a slight possibility of a hollow knight anime Or, even better; a dating sim

[@kraxet3768]

that would be too easy with the pale king in.

[@The_Belkster]

I love how the footage of "Dark" souls is so dark that you can barely see anything

[@sprazz8668]

Great vid, and merry fuggin Christmas Mr Moss Man

[@alleycairns-wilson2395]

"some of this content is still waiting to added in the hornet DLC" little did he know

[@qwhale]

Petition to add Hungry Knight to the Hollow Knight canon. I I V

[@victzegopterix2victorindem895]

Mr. Mushroom: ... _He's not talking to you._

[@TheTacTy]

Can't wait for your silksong trailer analysis big boy

[@dustinallan3362]

This is so cool. Thank you for the research!

[@tezrastar6841]

That serial theme song 😂

[@Marty-V]

you: mentioning hornet dlc... team cherry: "hold my beer"

[@mazzo_6132]

4:29 That's one of my favourite video on KZbin, so you can imagine my surprise while realizing that the animation was made by Gibson. Thank you to have made me known about this, and also to have made me known who had the insane idea of adding the sawblades to this game

[@Liam-cz2fy]

Wow just before I went to bed thanks big dad

[@tailmo6349]

Man oh man, did they not finish the dlc

[@Chirikamo12]

Thanks for the early Christmas present Moss!

[@dayvancubensis]

Humorous and informative, you've got a new subscriber boi

[@shad0ex]

Hello friends I am the first comment -Graig

[@izebel_9578]

I like how he says Hollow Knight will be taught in schools soon. Considering that yesterday I drew the Knight on my classroom white board. ITS ALREADY BEING TAUGHT!!

[@alexal9594]

Your professional approach, sexy voice and childish jokes make up for the best listening experience. Honestly can't to see what kind of video you'll post on Christmas.

[@depravitypd]

This channel is getting SLEPT on, this guy is actually one of the funniest KZbinrs I’ve stumbled across in a long time

[@hamsandwich440]

I can't believe that they're never going to release the Hornet DLC.

[@joacooy8754]

Instead they are going to release Silksong

[@limonero8757]

17:50 IS NOT CONFIRMED THAT QUIRREL IS DEAD, OK? :c I´m gonna cry

[@Nomuraaaf]

oh boy 3 videos and 1 stream in a single month? thank you kind sir

[@Tubublobzz]

Good video ! It Truly is a pleasure to be your subscriber !

[@ashash4612]

2022 and still no teletubby lore... big sad

[@awkwardstephen9034]

Yes another video bout hollow knight..... Wait

[@trullo222]

18:15 The subreddit now has 391k knights

[@legonerd162]

I've Rewatched this video a good few times. it's so inspiring

[@ofirrolev]

But really, Team Cherry Why is Zote so sexy?? (17:50 #23) also will we be able to see the baby -shark- stag eventually?

[@nathanieljones8043]

the pikmin inspiration is bug boi's

[@le563]

I love the use of the serial podcast music brilliant!!!

[@grt002]

Thank you for the great videos mossbag. I have learned a whole lot from watching and really enjoyed them. I’m really glad I got into this game and wish we could have more or play Silksong sooner.

[@thegloriouskingkronk8422]

17:50 'why is zote so sexy?'

[@edadankmemes]

Silksong has been announced...you know what that means.

[@chaisoma]

Love your content dude!!!

[@rextj1118]

Perfect way to start Christmas vacation. And this gave me a lot of good laughs too.

[@andreatassio]

So... what about now Mossbag? Anything to say on Silksong?

[@MatteeTheRogue]

Hornet DLC you say? ;)

[@SOTNHacked]

As usual, Mossbag: you close out your vid strong! LOL, awesome.

[@HoyaDon]

Thank you, moss!!!

[@jasmineqiang90]

"Hornet DLC" (laughs in 2019)

[@jefferymitchell3632]

*snickers in 2021*

[@petrified9938]

I stopped playing hollow knight for this

[@bonicle7610]

lmao i love the format of this

[@argg.x]

Great video man! Thanks

[@Lemon-]

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