Buff totem

Buff totems are hidden objects placed in many combat arenas in Doom Eternal, first encountered in the Super Gore Nest. Although they do not attack directly, they are imbued with a magic similar to that of the arch-vile and they continuously summon more demons as well as bolster them with enhanced speed and damage strength; buffed demons are easily recognized from their red glow.

Buff totems are not damaged by weapons, but a melee attack on them will rip them off the ground and destroy them.