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'''Herobrine''' is a [[creepypasta]] character who was believed to have existed in the early versions of the game ''[[wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]]''. | [[File:Herobrine.png|thumb|The iconic white-eyed Steve skin associated with Herobrine]] | ||
{{quote|Looking back at me was another character with the default skin, but his eyes were empty.|/v/ anon}} | |||
'''Herobrine''' is a [[creepypasta]] character who was believed to have existed in the early versions of the game ''[[wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]]''. Details about his origin, motives and abilities vary between stories but he is almost always depicted as a sinister, supernatural entity that stalks unsuspecting players. | |||
==History and origins== | ==History and origins== | ||
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Streamer Copeland decided to craft a hoax for his Brocraft stream after stumbled upon the ''Herobrine'' story on 4chan's /v/ board. He edited ''Herobrine'' into screenshots and, during a livestream, made a staged encounter within a work-in-progress house. Copeland pretended to be frightened, shared the video on forums, sparking debates about its authenticity, with others contributing edited ''Herobrine'' screenshots. Later, user Patimuss conducted a stream with a re-textured door resembling ''Herobrine'', exposing the ruse. Copeland was displeased with Patimuss for revealing the deception. Additionally, Copeland shared a [http://web.archive.org/web/20130710001351/http://ghostinthestream.net/him.html website link], potentially inspiring the "Him" nickname, featuring an eerie image and a slightly altered version of another [[creepypasta]] titled "[https://www.creepypasta.com/wake-up/ Wake Up?]" that hinted at an escape to a fantasy world.<ref name="mwiki" /><ref name="creepypastafiles" /> | Streamer Copeland decided to craft a hoax for his Brocraft stream after stumbled upon the ''Herobrine'' story on 4chan's /v/ board. He edited ''Herobrine'' into screenshots and, during a livestream, made a staged encounter within a work-in-progress house. Copeland pretended to be frightened, shared the video on forums, sparking debates about its authenticity, with others contributing edited ''Herobrine'' screenshots. Later, user Patimuss conducted a stream with a re-textured door resembling ''Herobrine'', exposing the ruse. Copeland was displeased with Patimuss for revealing the deception. Additionally, Copeland shared a [http://web.archive.org/web/20130710001351/http://ghostinthestream.net/him.html website link], potentially inspiring the "Him" nickname, featuring an eerie image and a slightly altered version of another [[creepypasta]] titled "[https://www.creepypasta.com/wake-up/ Wake Up?]" that hinted at an escape to a fantasy world.<ref name="mwiki" /><ref name="creepypastafiles" /> | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Herobrine 1.jpg|A | Herobrine 1.jpg|A screenshot featuring Herobrine in front of a door. | ||
Herobrine 2.jpg|Another known screenshot from Copeland of his house. ''Herobrine'' can be seen at the bottom right corner of the screen. | Herobrine 2.jpg|Another known screenshot from Copeland of his house. ''Herobrine'' can be seen at the bottom right corner of the screen. | ||
Herobrine 4.gif|An image of ''Herobrine'' from the "Him" page. | Herobrine 4.gif|An image of ''Herobrine'' from the "Him" page. | ||
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He portrays default character ''[[wikipedia:Steve (Minecraft|Steve]]'' but with completely white eyes—no visible irises or pupils. There are differences in how he appears in various sources. In Copeland's livestream, he had the beard from Steve's original design, while the original 4chan image and Copeland's edited screenshot suggest he doesn't have the beard. In the game, ''Herobrine'' can both build and destroy. According to the initial story, players found long 2×2 tunnels, small pyramids in the ocean, and trees with no leaves—all linked to Herobrine's mysterious presence. The full extent of his building abilities is uncertain, but the examples suggest he has an understanding of shapes and can tell different materials apart. Notably, ''Herobrine'' shows traits like a kind of computer virus, changing game worlds, deleting ''[[wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]]'' Forum topics, and sending messages to forum users. While he doesn't directly talk to players in the game, he can communicate through the internet.<ref name="mwiki" /> [[wikipedia:Markus Persson|Notch]] describes him as a "morally dubious ghost with a god complex."<ref>https://villains.fandom.com/wiki/Herobrine_(Creepypasta)</ref> | He portrays default character ''[[wikipedia:Steve (Minecraft|Steve]]'' but with completely white eyes—no visible irises or pupils. There are differences in how he appears in various sources. In Copeland's livestream, he had the beard from Steve's original design, while the original 4chan image and Copeland's edited screenshot suggest he doesn't have the beard. In the game, ''Herobrine'' can both build and destroy. According to the initial story, players found long 2×2 tunnels, small pyramids in the ocean, and trees with no leaves—all linked to Herobrine's mysterious presence. The full extent of his building abilities is uncertain, but the examples suggest he has an understanding of shapes and can tell different materials apart. Notably, ''Herobrine'' shows traits like a kind of computer virus, changing game worlds, deleting ''[[wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]]'' Forum topics, and sending messages to forum users. While he doesn't directly talk to players in the game, he can communicate through the internet.<ref name="mwiki" /> [[wikipedia:Markus Persson|Notch]] describes him as a "morally dubious ghost with a god complex."<ref>https://villains.fandom.com/wiki/Herobrine_(Creepypasta)</ref> | ||
Despite Herobrine's widespread fame, | Despite Herobrine's widespread fame, the legend is entirely a hoax.<ref name="creepypastafiles">https://creepypastafiles.fandom.com/wiki/Herobrine</ref> | ||
*Although the identity of Herobrine's creator remains a mystery, it's important to note that Herobrine is not a valid Minecraft character and does not exist within the game. | *Although the identity of Herobrine's creator remains a mystery, it's important to note that Herobrine is not a valid Minecraft character and does not exist within the game. | ||
*Herobrine is commonly believed to be Notch's deceased brother, intricately embedded into Minecraft. However, this notion, considered "canon," is entirely false, as Notch does not have a brother in reality. | *Herobrine is commonly believed to be Notch's deceased brother, intricately embedded into Minecraft. However, this notion, considered "canon," is entirely false, as Notch does not have a brother in reality. | ||
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Due to the fan fascination surrounding Herobrine, Minecraft developers added the phrase "Removed Herobrine" in specific game updates until 2017.<ref name="mwiki" /> | Due to the fan fascination surrounding Herobrine, Minecraft developers added the phrase "Removed Herobrine" in specific game updates until 2017.<ref name="mwiki" /> | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Herobrine.com]] | |||
== Further reading == | == Further reading == | ||
*'''Original story:''' https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Herobrine | *'''Original story:''' https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Herobrine | ||
*'''Minecraft Wiki:''' https://minecraft. | *'''Minecraft Wiki:''' https://minecraft.wiki/w/Herobrine | ||
{{4chan}} | {{4chan}} | ||
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[[Category:Animations]] | [[Category:Animations]] | ||
[[Category:2010]] | [[Category:2010]] | ||
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