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“It’s important to never overlook the help.
He's proper, he's polite, but the humble Doorman of The Baroness Hotel is more than meets the eye.
While he had only planned to experience life on this plane for a few weeks, The Doorman quickly discovered that the New York service industry was a great way to see the strange demands that please humans.
Overview
The Doorman's motivation in the ritual is to see the Patrons, since he hasn't seen them in a long time.[1][2] He doesn't seem to have a wish planned as he intends to return to the Baroness after the ritual,[3][4] although the Patrons goad him to wish back his old power.[5]
Biography
The entity known as "The Doorman" is an ancient extraplanar fledgling god and cosmic being[6][7][8] who used to slaughter and torment humans several years ago, feeling glee at their fear and misery.[9][10][11]
At some point, he decided to experience life on Earth disguised as a human for a few weeks, and either created the Baroness Hotel in New York or was employed at it as soon as it was built.[9] He adopted the title of "The Doorman" to remind himself of his new role,[12] and enjoyed it so much that he has stayed at the Baroness since then.
The Doorman once required the Baxter Society's intervention at the Baroness.[13]
Personality
The Doorman is polite and respectful when talking to the other heroes, even if they are rude to him.[14][15] However, he has supernatural knowledge about them, and uses this to torments his enemies while they're trapped in the Baroness, or to convince them to stay and forget about the ritual.[16] During the ritual, he may fall back on his sadistic old ways when on a killstreak.[10][11]
The Doorman likes working at the Baroness since he gets to observe humanity.[17] He has a very dedicated work ethic, and finds that serving humans has a "novel charm" compared to his past experience of tormenting them.[9] He does not discriminate against any guests of the Baroness,[18] unless they break its rules, in which case they may be kicked out.[19][20]
The Doorman often refers to the other heroes as "mortals",[21][22] and believes they are weak and childish compared to him.[23][24]
Most heroes don't know the true nature of the Doorman, and are surprised by his exceptional powers.[25]
Information
The OSIC seem to be aware of the Doorman's true nature, as they consider Doorman participating in the ritual as "overstepping".[26]
The Doorman claims to be able to see the future, although it's unknown if he's bluffing or not.[27]
The Doorman has a coworker called Jacques.[28]
The Doorman knows Oathkeeper and the Troubadour.
Character Relationships
The Doorman calls the Patrons "old friends" and refers to them as City Mother and Amber King.[29][30]
Both Patrons are familiar with the Doorman, expressing surprise and joy at seeing him fighting on their behalf.[31][32] They respect the Doorman and view his murderous side as "who he was meant to be".[33]
The Doorman thinks Lady Geist is rude and doesn't expect any tips from her.[34][14] Lady Geist believes that the Baroness has lost its standards.[35]
Mirage and Nashala are guests at the Baroness. When on the enemy team, the Doorman feels sorry for killing Mirage.
The Doorman thinks Wraith is a "delight" and is grateful towards her since she's a generous tipper.[36][37] He calls her a friend.[38]
Character Interactions
- The Doorman doesn't seem to know what
Warden wants,[39] which could mean he's telepathic like the 
Patrons as opposed to being omniscient, since they can't read Warden's desires either.[40] - The Doorman respects
Infernus since they both work in the service industry and is apologetic when killing him.[41][42] - The Doorman thinks
Wraith is a "delight" and is grateful towards her since she's a generous tipper.[36][37] - The Doorman is actively keeping
Paradox out of the Baroness.[43] - The Doorman has kicked
Silver and 
Vyper out of the Baroness.[19][20] - Both Patrons are familiar with the Doorman, expressing surprise and joy at seeing him fighting on their behalf.[31][32] They respect The Doorman and view his murderous side as "who he was meant to be".[33]
Mina and 
Lady Geist don't like talking to The Doorman since they view him as just "the help".[44][15]
Venator recognises that Doorman is more ancient and powerful than he lets on.[6][45]
Seven knows that Doorman isn't normal and wants to uncover his secrets.[46][47] The Doorman thinks Seven is far from becoming the god that Seven wishes to be.[48]
References
- ↑
The Doorman's in-game voice line (pre-game ping) - "How exciting to see City Mother and the Amber King once more!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (post-game ping): "Meddling in the Patrons' affairs is always satisfying."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (pre-game ping): "The sooner we complete the ritual, the sooner I can return to my duties at the Baroness."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (post-game ping): "I must return to the Baroness."
- ↑ Patrons in-game voice line (Doorman start): "You've shed your trappings to walk amongst humanity, but now you reclaim your rightful place!"
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Venator's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "He was ancient. Powerful."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (ult on himself) - "Reality twists and bends around you. How can this be? Has the Baroness turned on its loyal servant, or has a fledgling god lost his mind in the face of the patrons?"
- ↑ Mina's in-game voice line - "Of course they left it to me to kill the cosmic being."
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 The Doorman And Paige Conversation 2 -
"So, how long have you worked at The Baroness?" - "Since its inception. (...) Well, I tormented man for so long that serving them still retains its novel charm."
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 The Doorman's in-game voice line (High Killstreak): "I haven't slaughtered man like this for years, what a treat!"
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 The Doorman's in-game voice line (Medium Killstreak): "I forgot how wonderful it can feel to be feared."
- ↑ The Doorman & Paige Conversation 3 - Paige: "Well that’s not your name." - The Doorman: "It’s not, but for my purposes in New York it helps me stay grounded, that I am here to serve and not to rule."
- ↑ The Doorman And Grey Talon Conversation 2 -
"How are things at The Baroness?" - "They’ve been running smoothly since the Baxter Society’s intervention."
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 The Doorman & Lady Geist Conversation 2 - Lady Geist: "I hope you don’t expect a tip for helping me." - The Doorman: "I wouldn’t dream of expecting anything from you, Lady Geist."
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 The Doorman And Lady Geist Conversation 3 - "I’d rather you be silent." - "You’re as charming as ever, Lady Geist."
- ↑ The Doorman's Hotel Guest Taunts
- ↑ The Doorman & Victor Conversation 3 -
Victor: "Catering to rich people is rewarding?" - The Doorman: "Observing humanity is."
- ↑ The Doorman And Victor Conversation 1 - "Oh, The Baroness does not discriminate, my friend. I assure you that you will be well taken care of."
- ↑ 19.0 19.1 Silver's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "That's for kickin' me out of brunch."
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 Vyper's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "That's for kicking me out of the Baroness."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (Pre-Game Ping): "I am excited to help you mortals enrich your meaningless lives!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (High Killstreak): "Mortals, your pointless lives are about to come to an end!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (kill) - "Mortals break so easily."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (kill) - "Little children playing at war pose no threat to me."
- ↑ The Doorman's other character interactions
- ↑
Haze's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "You overstepped, Doorman."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line - "Ivy, you're a good person, and I have no desire to torment you here. Just know this: In five years one of the Arroyos is going to die, and there is nothing you can do to stop it."
- ↑ The Doorman And Dynamo Conversation 2 - "I will be sure to let Jacques know, it will make his day."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line - "It was so nice getting a chance to summon old friends."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (pre-game ping) - "How exciting to see City Mother and the Amber King once more!"
- ↑ 31.0 31.1
The Hidden King's in-game voice line (The Doorman start): "I see your curiosity got the best of you, Doorman. Whatever your reasons... the Hidden King is grateful for your aid."
- ↑ 32.0 32.1
The Archmother's in-game voice line (The Doorman start): "My, my! Well, isn't this a pleasant surprise? The Archmother will be pleased to see you."
- ↑ 33.0 33.1 Patrons in-game voice line (Doorman Killstreak): "This is who you are meant to be, Doorman!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (Killed Lady Geist): "She always was rude."
- ↑ The Doorman And Lady Geist Conversation 1 - "You work at The Baroness, yes? (...) That hotel used to be magical, until its standards went to hell."
- ↑ 36.0 36.1 The Doorman's in-game voice line (Killed Wraith): "Wraith, I just want you to know that I still think you're a delight!"
- ↑ 37.0 37.1 The Doorman's in-game voice line (Killed Wraith): "She was such a generous tipper, too!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (killed Wraith) - "My friendships will certainly be tested today, won't they?"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (Taunt Warden): "What do you want, Warden?"
- ↑ The Hidden King's in-game voice line (Warden Start): "Warden, how long do you think you can hide your heart from the Hidden King?"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (Killed Infernus): "I hate fighting a fellow member of the service industry."
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (Killed Infernus): "It wasn't personal, Infernus, I hope you understand that."
- ↑ Paradox's in-game voice line (killed Doorman): "You can't keep me out of The Baroness forever, Doorman!"
- ↑ The Doorman & Mina Conversation 1 - Mina: "I try not to talk to the help."
- ↑ Venator's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "What the hell is that thing?"
- ↑ Seven's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "I will know your secrets, Doorman!"
- ↑ Seven's in-game voice line (killed The Doorman): "This is far from over, Doorman!"
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (killed Seven) - "You are miles away from the god you wish you were, Seven!"
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