Mina is the protagonist of Mina the Hollower — a genius inventor and mouse who created advances in Spark Technology, the magically-infused steampunk tech that powers Tenebrous Isle. She is also a Hollower: a member of a guild dedicated to studying the Earth, and the most talented young Hollower in a generation.
“As the most talented young Hollower in a generation, Mina strives to strike a balance between athletics and science… Some naivete has accompanied her posh upbringing, but Mina always strives to do what’s right.”
Hollowing
Mina’s defining ability is Hollowing — she burrows underground to travel quickly, cross gaps, and slip beneath enemies and hazards. She is invincible while burrowed and emerges with an extended jump, which makes Hollowing the core of both traversal and combat. See the Hollowing guide for how it works.
In the story
Mina built the six Spark Generators that brought Tenebrous Isle a technological renaissance. After years away, she returns — at the request of her patron, Baron Lionel — to find the generators dark, monsters flooding the island, and a member of her order gone rogue. Her quest is to restore all six generators and uncover the conspiracy behind the darkness.
Reviewers single her out as an unusual lead: she’s both the hero and the scientist who built the tech at the heart of the conflict. She fights with the Nightstar whip, carries a single sidearm at a time, and equips trinkets for passive bonuses.
FAQ
Who is Mina?
Mina is the protagonist — a genius inventor and mouse who created advances in Spark Technology, and a Hollower, a member of a guild dedicated to studying the Earth.
What is a Hollower?
A member of a guild dedicated to studying the Earth. Hollowers can "Hollow" — burrow underground to travel fast, cross gaps, and stay invincible while burrowed. Mina is the most talented young Hollower in a generation.
What weapon does Mina use?
Her signature weapon is the Nightstar, a whip-mace she swings in four directions. She can also carry one sidearm at a time and equip trinkets for passive bonuses.
Did Mina build the Spark Generators?
Yes. Mina invented the Spark Generators that powered Tenebrous Isle's technological boom — which makes her both the hero and the person who built the tech at the center of the conflict.