Skylanders Nico Brunner, the Grave-Hushed Listener, is closest with
Night Shift: Night Shift becomes the closest thing Nico has ever had to a supportive older family member. He’s gruff, old‑school, and a little dramatic, but he treats Nico with a warmth that surprises him. Night Shift helps Nico by encouraging him to speak up, teaching him confidence through movement and stance, checking in on him quietly, without pressure, and making him laugh with his boxing stories. He never pushes Nico too hard; he nudges him, gently, consistently, like an uncle who wants him to grow without scaring him
Hex: Hex is extremely intimidating at first; eerie, powerful, and unreadable. But she becomes one of Nico’s most important mentors. She helps him by telling him the truth he needs to hear, giving him space to process emotions, encouraging him to trust his instincts, and teaching him how to use his Undead magic without fear. Hex never coddles him, but she never overwhelms him either. She respects his quiet nature and treats it as strength, not weakness. Nico grows immensely under her guidance
Fright Rider: Fright Rider and Ozzy are chaotic, brave, and loud; everything Nico is not. But they adore him. They help Nico by showing him bravery doesn’t have to be loud, encouraging him to try new things, making him feel welcome in group settings, and treating him like a friend without expecting him to “perform” socially. Ozzy’s goofy fearlessness and Rider’s gallant kindness help Nico loosen up, smile more, and feel less like a ghost among the living
