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[Hylas]

I've been reading many theories regarding this game all around the net, and oddly enough, I was surprised by one of them, which is kinda obvious, if you think about it, but still, it's only a theory, which means I'm not sure it's true. This theory is about Laura and her relation with the town.

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The theory says she's the only one in SH2 who's not able to see monsters or dangers. She only sees Silent Hill as a deserted and abandoned town. That's why she's not worried or scared, that's why she acts like a b*tch with James, because she doesn't know, for example, she's locking him in a room crowded with monsters. Everyone, especially James, seem to care a lot for her, because a lonely child can't wander around a town like that one, but in the end, she never finds herself in danger, like it happens for all the other characters, at least once during the game.

Is that so?

EDIT: hehehe, the spoiler thing is really useful

[MakgSnake]

Just bought the game yesterday, so I ain't gonna check that big black box . Probably by the time I finish the game you'll get your answers, but still If I have something on it, I'll add it in. The game is mind bending.

[Ruby Moon]

I'm not sure if SH staff said something similar in some interview, but I find this theory kinda reliable and possible.

[Infernal Mass]

i read that theory also. The writer of it mentioned that the scene between James and Laura in the hospital emphasises her role in the game. I suppose she represents innocence.

[Spank-A-Thon]

I'll explain the role of Laura in SH2. Beware - spoilers ahead.

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]The town of Silent Hill is a psychological reflection of one's feelings of guilt. In James' case he saw monsters and someone who looked just like his dead wife... Laura doesn't have any hidden guilt or secrets, she's too young. From her perspective, the town is just an empty place where Mary might be waiting for her, hence she doesn't see any monsters.

Throughout the game, Laura provides information about Mary to James, and most of the time James is disbelieving. James claims his wife died years ago, whereas Laura provides evidence to suggest contrary. Ultimately, it is through Laura that we undertstand what James had done. She represents the truth to counter James' self-deception.

If you notice, Angela only ever sees one monster - the wierd thing she drops a TV on. Other than that she sees flames all the time. Eddie sees some monsters too, he thinks they are people laughing at him.

It's all very complicated!

- S

[Rei]

Yeah, what Spank-A-Thon said is pretty much the most reliable theory regarding Silent Hill 2. I've read the same thing sevral times, and it's quite interesting to see that even if there are many different theories regarding this game, all the players, more or less, agree on the fact Laura has this role in the game.