The Janitor is a major enemy character in Little Nightmares, serving as one of the hostile inhabitants of the Maw. He is a tall, blind, and unsettling figure with unnaturally long arms, known for patrolling the area and capturing runaway children. He acts as an early-game antagonist and obstacle, embodying the game's themes of fear, vulnerability, and predation. His role is to hunt the player, creating tension through stealth and pursuit.