Aloy is the protagonist of the video game Horizon Zero Dawn. She is an outcast of the Nora tribe, known for her sharp wit, courage, and exceptional combat skills. Aloy is curious and determined, often defying tribal customs to uncover the mysteries of her world. She shows respect for wildlife and has a strong connection with machines, despite being instructed to fear them. Aloy often works solo, but she builds key relationships with allies like Rost, Varl, and Sylens. She has a burning desire to understand the ancient technology and the origins of the machines that dominate her world. Aloy's arch-enemies are the Corruptors and the self-proclaimed gods, the mysterious group known as the Banuk。