diff --git a/simnet/models/zzz/chronicle/challenge.py b/simnet/models/zzz/chronicle/challenge.py
index 51c24a1..deaec95 100644
--- a/simnet/models/zzz/chronicle/challenge.py
+++ b/simnet/models/zzz/chronicle/challenge.py
@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ class ZZZFloorNode(APIModel):
     """A node"""
 
     avatars: List[ZZZChallengeCharacter]
-    buddy: ZZZBaseBuddy
+    buddy: Optional[ZZZBaseBuddy]
     element_type_list: List[int]
     monster_info: ZZZFloorMonster