UAC Spokesperson

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The UAC Spokesperson delivers a motivational message.

The UAC Spokesperson is a holographic character (and occasionally its disembodied voice alone) who appears in various locations throughout the UAC Mars Base in Doom (2016). Upon approach to specific areas, the character or its voice will activate and play back pre-recorded messages usually dealing with UAC policies and procedures, expectations or encouragements for advocates, or greetings to visitors.

As one approaches areas of the base restricted to higher-tier advocates, the messages begin to be less ordinary and more blatantly revealing of the UAC's occult bent. This culminates in an instance of the hologram found in the Lazarus Labs which delivers its message entirely in a demonic tongue.

The spokesperson's voice is similar in sound to that of VEGA, though no other connection between the spokesperson and VEGA is explicitly suggested by the game.

A second UAC Spokesperson, this one female, appears in various locations in Doom Eternal through a similar set of holographic messages. The messages at this point have abandoned all pretense of hiding the UAC's connections to Hell, openly calling for humanity to surrender to the demonic invaders and declaring the very existence of the Doom Slayer to be nothing more than a myth of the "non-believers". In Final Sin, they even go so far as to say "Can someone kill this idiot please?", referring to the Slayer.

Quotes[edit]

Doom (2016)[edit]

The following are all of the UAC Spokesperson's lines in Doom (2016).[1]

Site 03[edit]

  • "Welcome to the UAC, now 221 accident-free days."
  • "God rested on the seventh day. But imagine how much further along we would be if he hadn't? The UAC is committed to excellence, that's why we implemented the seven day work week. Now you can achieve greatness alongside with your coworkers every day. Let's never stop achieving."

Resource Operations[edit]

  • "Here at the UAC we take pride in nurturing a growing workplace. And each year we harvest only the best of the best. Are you ready to move up? To take on new challenges? To become more than you ever dreamed you could be? Talk to your supervisor to see if you meet the requirements for this year's Soul harvest."
  • "The UAC, the world is counting on us, how committed are you?"

Foundry[edit]

  • "Welcome to the UAC's Mars Installation, located in the vast Hellas Plain impact basin. This high tech mining and research facility is pushing the boundaries of the imagination each and every day. As a valued employee, your loyalty is more than just a commitment to the UAC, it's a commitment to the future of mankind. Thank you for your service."
  • "All the UAC employees are subject to regular Med-Checks to ensure their production capabilities are not degraded."
  • "Have you filled out your UAC accidental death and dismemberment form yet? See Jessica in human resources for assistance."
  • "Your devotion to the UAC's mission on Mars is the foundation to our success. With you, we will establish a new paradigm and move humanity into the future."
  • "Remember, the Blind Council is always watching."
  • "Stay focused, stay committed."

Argent Facility[edit]

  • "Untethered cross-dimensional activities is a frequent occurrence outside of the base, so it is recommended that workers buddy up when journeying onto the Martian surface."
  • "Questioning your Faith? We all have doubts from time-to-time. A UAC Magus is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week in the chapel, to talk with and help you get back on track."
  • "Remember, the Twelve council of nine is always watching you."

Argent Energy Tower[edit]

  • "Completed in 2127 based off a prototype by Samuel Hayden's research team, the Argent Tower, also known as the Argent Inductor, is the UAC's crowning achievement."
  • "Argent Energy – give yourself to the cause."
  • "Hello, and welcome to the UAC. Home of the patented Argent Energy filtration system, developed by Dr. Olivia Pierce. We are the only corporation with this technology, able to convert pure Hell energy into clean, controllable Argent Energy. It powers this facility, and is broadcast throughout the universe from the Argent Tower. Providing the energy a family needs to live a fun and productive life on Earth and the surrounding colonies. But we can't do it alone. It takes a team to make it happen. A team of people full of energy. Potential energy. Unleash your potential with the UAC. Thank you for your interest in Argent Energy."
  • "The road to Hell is paved – by Argent Energy."
  • "Welcome to the UAC, opening the gates of Hell with the key to the future."

Argent Facility (Destroyed)[edit]

  • "Those who came before you and those with whom you serve all operate with the same goal in mind: the development of a new dawn for mankind. It is by this guiding principle, working together as a team, that we will elevate ourselves to the next plane of existence."
  • "Unauthorized exploration into the exclusion zones outside the base is prohibited. Highly volatile experiments and artifacts are currently researched at a safe distance from the base. Your safety in these areas cannot be guaranteed."

Advanced Research Complex[edit]

  • "Welcome to the UAC – built on blood, sweat and dreams."
  • "Stay on the path, the UAC needs your faith."
  • "This vast state-of-the-art of research, design, and production center uses cutting-edge technology and fabrication techniques to prototype everything from robotics to weaponry to sub-space communication systems."
  • "Look upon the faces of these extraordinary men and women. These are the best and brightest minds: the most devout members of the UAC faith. Fully indoctrinated, they have assimilated the UAC core belief: a world of power, born again, of fire. Their unquestioning work and devotion has earned them a place in the hall of excellence. Are you doing all that you can to see our destiny manifest? Work harder; find yourself on the Wall of Excellence."
  • "The true power of Argent Energy, under the stewardship of the UAC, will drive us into the next age of mankind."
  • "Welcome to the UAC Advanced Research Complex – where we understand the sanctity of the science and the science of sanctity."
  • "This bastion of advanced thought attracts the brightest in the scientific community and is considering humanity's brain trust."
  • "Weaponizing demons, for a brighter tomorrow."
  • "The ARC is the birthplace of several breakthrough fields, including BFG development, teleportation research and cybernetic augmentation."

Lazarus Labs[edit]

  • "Attention to all Lazarus personal, there will be an open forum to resolve any questions or concerns on the initiative to weaponize the demons. Report to the chapel at 1400 hours. Please save your work before attending."
  • "Remember, doubts are the seed of dissent."
  • "If you're losing faith, do not influence the others, be strong and accept the consequences."
  • "The Revenant program, helping UAC members be all that they can be."
  • "Volunteers are currently needed for the UAC's exciting new Revenant research program. Expand your potential, experience something new, and go beyond mere mortal limitations. See Jessica in human resources to find out if you qualify."

VEGA Central Processing[edit]

  • "Should you find yourself caught in level 3 demon contamination event; it is important that you remain calm. A Tier 3 fellow wouldn't panic and neither should you."
  • "Unlike everything in your life, your work is here matters."
  • "Weaponizing demons, for a brighter tomorrow."
  • "Early tests of VEGA's proto-plasmic circuitry showed temperatures exceeding 1.2 megakelvins... 173 times hotter than the surface of the sun. To contain this heat, a massive supercooded structure was built to house VEGA's miles of circuitry and millions of processing centers."

Doom Eternal[edit]

The following are all of the UAC Spokesperson's lines in Doom Eternal.[2]

Hell on Earth[edit]

  • "Behold, the fruits of our labor!"
  • "Take a moment to look around you. Witness the beauty of the world we have created."
  • "Please assemble in an orderly fashion and move towards the nearest harvesting zone. Thank you!"
  • "Thanks to the UAC Hell Merger initiative, humanity can now reach its full potential."
  • "The cleansing of Earth is a necessary step on the path to a brighter tomorrow."
  • "The UAC would like to thank you for your support during this transition. Your suffering continues to inspire us!"
  • "We welcome you, brothers and sisters, to your new home."
  • "Forget about the future, to suffer is to be present."
  • "The UAC: because it takes a lot of hard work to make a prophecy happen."

Super Gore Nest[edit]

  • "Please remain calm. You may notice a slight change in the environment. Fear not – it's all part of the plan."
  • "My brothers and sisters, let's help to make our friends' transition into their new world a comfortable one."
  • "Remember, 'demon' can be an offensive term. Refer them as 'mortally challenged'."
  • "Earth is the melting pot of the universe."
  • "Sometimes evolution just needs a little push, and here at the UAC, we push hard."
  • "The UAC – bridging the gap between humanity and the great beyond."
  • "Don't forget the UAC mortally-challenged appreciation parade! Today at 0900 hours."
  • "Don't be afraid. Once your soul has been consumed, your fear will cease to exist!"
  • "The UAC – bridging the gap between humanity and the mortally challenged."
  • "Ask not what we can do for you, ask what you can do for us."
  • "Do not run from our mortally challenged guests. Be a good host to our new friends."
  • "The UAC – your blood sacrifice today makes for a better tomorrow."
  • "See new sights. Make new friends. Soar to new heights. Join the official mortally-challenged visitor welcoming committee, today!"

ARC Complex[edit]

  • "Good news for the faithful! The deceiver, Samuel Hayden has fallen – the ARC is no more."
  • "The cleansing of Earth will ensure a 100% natural environment for the remainder of our planet's history."
  • "Embrace your suffering, young advocates. Beyond the pain there is enlightenment."
  • "There is no 'They', for 'They' are 'Us' and 'We' are 'They'."
  • "No one is born a sinner. You have to work hard to achieve success!"
  • "Evolution is our destination. When they arrive, we arrive."
  • "You believe the Doom Slayer will save you? Your salvation lies with us, not him."
  • "The UAC: changing the world, one soul at a time."
  • "Our trans-dimensional friends shall not walk on tainted ground. Earth must be cleansed."
  • "To live for the UAC is your duty. To suffer for the UAC is a privilege."

Mars Core[edit]

  • "Have an emergency? Just dial six, three times on your mobile phone, and a UAC representative will be glad to assist you." This is an obvious reference to the number of the beast, 666, commonly associated with demons and demonic things.
  • "He is the UAC. She is the UAC. They are the UAC. We are the UAC.
  • "It takes a touch of insanity to change the world."
  • "You pray for his return, the Slayer – the savior of humanity. You think one man can stop the armies of Hell?"
  • "Welcome to Hell! Brought to you by your friends at the UAC."
  • "See Jessica in HR and sign up now for the UAC Mortally Challenged Blood Drive. Be generous. Give your blood. Give ALL of your blood."
  • "The myth of the Doom Slayer; his power, his will to overcome. These are the lies of the non-believers."
  • "The UAC – we've got guts. HUGE guts!" An obvious reference to the Doom comic.
  • "Death is really simple. So why do we make it so complicated?"

Final Sin[edit]

  • "The Doom Marine cannot save you. No one can save you."
  • "That which does not kill us... is weak."
  • "How hard can it be to kill just one man?"
  • "Can someone kill this idiot, please?!"
  • "Oh my brothers and sisters, something wonderful is coming. Something truly wonderful."
  • "Lemmy is God!"
  • "Soon the gods will walk among us once again. Only then shall we find salvation."
  • "Have you ever wondered if there is life after death? Join the UAC and find out, now!"
  • "We want your mind and body, and your immortal soul."
  • "Think of how blessed you are to bear witness to the End of Days!"

See also[edit]

Trivia[edit]

  • The phrase "huge guts" is likely a reference to the Doom comic.
  • The phrase "Lemmy is God!" is a reference to Lemmy, the late founder, lead singer, bassist, and primary songwriter of the rock band Motörhead.
  • Despite the fact that in the singleplayer expansions, the Slayer's journey includes places associated with the corporation itself – such as the UAC Atlantica Facility and some places in the Reclaimed Earth – there are no holograms in these areas.
  • According to Hugo Martin, lines for the spokesperson were written by sound designer, Chad Mossholder.[3]
  • Also according to Hugo, Jessica from HR who is mentioned by the spokeperson in both games, is actually a reference to id Software's human resources person.[4]

References[edit]

  1. tgSlayer (29 September 2024). "Doom (2016) - Hologram Figures." YouTube. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
  2. Piecemeal (11 December 2022). "Doom Eternal - UAC Spokesperson." YouTube. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  3. Bethesda Softworks (22 January 2021). "DOOM Eternal: Hugo Martin's Game Director Playthrough - Ch. 5 Super Gore Nest." YouTube. Retrieved 6 July 2024.
  4. Bethesda Softworks (12 December 2021). "DOOM Eternal: Hugo Martin's Game Director Playthrough - Ch . 7 Mars Core." YouTube. Retrieved 27 July 2024.