You will quickly understand why, for millions of people, the phrase doesn't just refer to a video game character. It refers to a feeling: the feeling of solving a mystery through kindness, curiosity, and a very good friend who will hold your spare pieces of string.

Freddi is the brains; Luther is the heart. He is the comic relief, yes, but he also serves as an empathy engine for young players. When Luther panics, kids giggle. When Luther eats something he shouldn't, kids laugh. He represents the chaotic, silly energy that balances Freddi’s methodical politeness.

Who’s your favorite side character? Mine is definitely Magenta the Monkey. 🐒🍌"