The Glooming Guest is a deity associated with mining in the Linger Straits.
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Description[]
The Glooming Guest used to be worshipped by the Kensey family and their workers. Everyone, including the owners of the company, would draw lots to see who would be offered as a sacrifice to the Glooming Guest. The Guest must be welcomed.[1]
Trivia[]
- Mr Kensey's father offered himself as a sacrifice to the Glooming Guest.[1]
- The Kensey House was built and destroyed by the Glooming Guest.[1]
- Gramma Kensey welcoming the Glooming Guest allows Hayward to escape.[1]
- The Glooming Guest was inspired by the Knockers/Tommyknockers during the Miner's Strike in the UK during the 1980s.[2]