Did some research, and it's not just black cats: In some cultures, ALL cats are considered to bring bad luck.
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'''Cats''', though not as prevalent as [[dogs]], are sometimes seen in the ''[[Silent Hill (franchise)|Silent Hill]]'' series.
'''Cats''', though not as prevalent as [[dogs]], are sometimes seen in the ''[[Silent Hill (franchise)|Silent Hill]]'' series.
Though there are no enemies whose physical appearances are based on cats, some enemies have other feline attributes. Actual cats have also appeared in the series, though sparsely.
Though there are no enemies whose physical appearances are based on cats, some enemies have other feline attributes. Actual cats have also appeared in the series, though sparsely.
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== Games ==
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==Superstition==
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While black cats have been associated with doom for almost 10,000 years in most regions, in some cultures, all cats, regardless of coloration, are considered to be ominous creatures. This was most prominent in the Middle Ages, especially during the notorious [[Wikipedia:Black Death|"Black Death" plague]]. Cats were believed to be the Devil's pawn, and during this time, were massacred in hopes of lifting the pandemic. During the [[Wikipedia:Renaissance|Renaissance]], superstitions of witchcraft inflated, and although black cats were the main culprit, the rest of the species were also associated with witches. This belief went so far that they were occasionally burnt alive or thrown off tall buildings with public acclaim. Western Africa also holds a fear of cats, linking them to witchcraft and general evil, specifically in Ghana.
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Ironically, Japan, from which the ''Silent Hill'' games were released, are firm believers that cats bring fortune, [[Wikipedia:Maneki-neko|Maneki Neko]] being one of the most well-known charms of the country. Russia, parts of Europe, and especially ancient Egypt (even accidentally killing a cat earned the human the death penalty) hold/held cats with utmost respect.
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==Games==
===''[[Silent Hill (video game)|Silent Hill]]''===
===''[[Silent Hill (video game)|Silent Hill]]''===
[[File:Just_a_cat....png|thumb|A cat jumping out of a locker in Silent Hill]]
[[File:Just_a_cat....png|thumb|A cat jumping out of a locker in Silent Hill]]
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The [[Plate of Cat]], used in the [[Colored Plates Puzzle|colored plates puzzle]], has a picture of the [[wikipedia:Cheshire Cat|Cheshire Cat]] on it.
The [[Plate of Cat]], used in the [[Colored Plates Puzzle|colored plates puzzle]], has a picture of the [[wikipedia:Cheshire Cat|Cheshire Cat]] on it.
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Two stores are called "Just Cats," one in Silent Hill Town Center and the other on Crichton St.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/justcats1.jpg] [http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/justcats2.jpg] An unused storefront in Central Silent Hill is called "Cat's Eye."[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/catseye.jpg]
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Two stores are called "Just Cats," one in Silent Hill Town Center and the other on Crichton St.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/justcats1.jpg] [http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/justcats2.jpg] An unused storefront in Central Silent Hill is called "Cat's Eye".[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/catseye.jpg]
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[[Cheryl Mason|Cheryl Mason's]] outfit has two kittens on it; a yellow one on her left and a white one on her right.
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[[Cheryl Mason|Cheryl Mason's]] outfit has two kittens on it- a yellow one on her left and a white one on her right.
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===''[[Silent Hill 2]]''===
[[Image:Lake_Shore_Restaurant1.jpg|thumb|Laura's masterpiece]]
[[Image:Lake_Shore_Restaurant1.jpg|thumb|Laura's masterpiece]]
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During [[James Sunderland]]'s second encounter with [[Laura]], she can be seen sitting atop a wall covered in graffiti, presumably added by the child herself. Many cats can be seen in the artwork.
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During James's second encounter with [[Laura]], she can be seen sitting atop a wall covered in graffiti, presumably added by the child herself. Many cats can be seen in the artwork.
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Later in the game, in James's quest to find his wife, [[Mary Shepherd-Sunderland|Mary]], he visits [[Lakeview Hotel|Lakeview Hotel's]] [[Lake Shore Restaurant|"Lake Shore" Restaurant]]. After a startling surprise from Laura, they start to talk about his wife. During the discussion, Laura draws a cat on the window's condensation. James can investigate the doodle, which will prompt him to comment, "A cat...?"
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Later in the game, in James's quest to find his wife, [[Mary Shepherd-Sunderland|Mary]], he visits [[Lakeview Hotel|Lakeview Hotel's]] [[Lake Shore Restaurant|"Lake Shore" Restaurant]]. After a startling surprise from Laura, they start to talk about his wife. During the discussion, Laura draws a cat on the window's condensation.
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===''[[Silent Hill 3]]''===
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===''[[Silent Hill: Shattered Memories]]''===
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[[Image:CatHouseSHSM.png|thumb|The Cat House]]
[[Image:CatHouseSHSM.png|thumb|The Cat House]]
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The club [[Cat House]] may be seen and traversed through in the game depending on the player's [[Psych Profile]].
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The club [[Cat House]] may be seen and traversed through in the game depending on the player's [[Psych Profile|psych profile]].
[[Harry Mason (Shattered Memories)|Harry Mason]] passes a poster on the wall asking people to keep a look out for a missing cat, Mr. Milkie.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/mrmilkie.jpg] He also passes another picture of a cat with a red "X" drawn across its face.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/catx.jpg]
[[Harry Mason (Shattered Memories)|Harry Mason]] passes a poster on the wall asking people to keep a look out for a missing cat, Mr. Milkie.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/mrmilkie.jpg] He also passes another picture of a cat with a red "X" drawn across its face.[http://alchemillahospital.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/catx.jpg]
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In [[Wonderland Burger]], the Cheshire Cat makes several appearances in pictures and on the kid's menu in the building. When calling the restaurant's phone number, the player may also get an automated message from the Cheshire Cat himself, depending on their Psych Profile.
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In [[Wonderland Burger]], the Cheshire Cat makes several appearances in pictures and on the kid's menu in the building. When calling the restaurant's phone number, the player may also get an automated message from the Cheshire Cat himself, depending on their psych profile.
Boxes of cat food can also be seen throughout the game.
Boxes of cat food can also be seen throughout the game.
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