Owlboy story and characters

Owlboy follows Otus, a young owl who cannot speak and struggles to live up to what is expected of an owl. Things get worse when sky pirates suddenly appear. The journey that follows leads through monster-infested ruins, with unexpected encounters, well-kept secrets and, in the developer's words, burdens no one should have to bear.

Owlboy screenshot: Otus and friends talking in a snowy cave.
Official Steam screenshot: Otus and friends talking in a snowy cave.
ElementFrom the official description
HeroOtus, a mute owl
ThreatSky pirates
AlliesOtus's friends, recruited as gunners, each with their own abilities and stories
SettingA world in the clouds with floating islands and ruins
Owlboy screenshot: a horned pirate captain in front of flames.
Official Steam screenshot: a horned pirate captain in front of flames.

This page avoids story spoilers beyond what the store page itself reveals.