How did you implement the theme?
We went with a more "into the light" with our theme. How a moth is attracted to light and the human desire to try and find light. In our game we use this with the mechanic of the moth keeping him from getting into various light sources despite his desire.

How did you add the special object?
We used curtains as a narrative tool to create suspense and curiosity what was behind them during various places in the game. This was also incorporated with our main character, a moth as they eat fabrics like one on a curtain