Pyramid Head, also known as , "Red Pyramid", or "Bogeyman", and in Japan, stalks James, representing his wish to be punished for Mary's death. Pyramid Head is the main antagonist of "Silent Hill 2". Masahiro Ito, the designer of "Silent Hill 2"s monsters, created Pyramid Head because he wanted "a monster with a hidden face". Known for his large triangular head, Pyramid Head lacks a voice, and his appearance stems from the "distorted memory of the executioners" and the town's past as a place of execution, according to Takayoshi Sato, the character designer for "Silent Hill 2". Positively received in "Silent Hill 2" for his role as an element of James' psyche, he has been cited by reviewers as an iconic villain of the series and part of "Silent Hill 2"s appeal.