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Prophetbot is an untamed robot created by the Author. He lives in the Barrens and is the first character Niko meets.
Bio[]
In OneShot: World Machine Edition, ProphetBot's bio reads:
"ProphetBot is a nice and friendly robot that lives in the outskirts of the world, waiting for the messiah. One day the messiah showed up! That was a very good day for ProphetBot.
When the messiah is not around, ProphetBot likes to spend his time standing around waiting for the messiah to come back."
Appearance[]
Prophetbot's body is a light gray robot wearing a spacious white robe with a red stole. His head is cubic with a large, black, round eye ringed by blue phosphor, as shown in a diagram from one of the Author's books, giving it the appearance of an iris. On the sides of his head are two red headphones, each of which has a floating red antenna.
He carries a black staff, topped by a sphere that appears to be filled with blue phosphor. It is a wireless signal amplifier, according to one of the Author's books in the library.
Personality[]
Prophetbot is not tamed, limiting his emotions and reactions. However, he does appear excited about the prophecy and fulfilling his purpose. He also seems to care about Niko when asked about going home, though he may be programmed to say these things. Because Prophetbot is not tamed, he does not feel lonely.
Background[]
According to the Blue Guardian, Prophetbot was only programmed to speak to the Messiah. Due to this, he is unable to talk to anyone else, at least not with ease. Prophetbot himself reveals that, despite his name, he is not the Prophet; he was merely programmed to relay information to the Messiah.
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| WARNING! The following section contains Solstice spoilers. If you haven't played OneShot nor have done a Solstice run yet or if you wish not to be heavily spoiled, feel free to turn away from this section. |
The original version of Prophetbot was Prototype, the prophet of the Old World. When the Prophet of the World died, in order to preserve the Prophecy, the Author and Kip's team of scientists decided to recreate Prototype in the form of Prophetbot. The design was greatly simplified due to a lack of materials, and Kip's team suggested that taming was a lost cause. As suggested by his name, Prophetbot is the bearer of the Prophecy, and must deliver its message to Niko and inform them about the World.
After creation, Prophetbot was sent to the Outpost in the Barrens. So that he could remain active until the arrival of the Messiah, a special power cell was installed, powered by blue phosphor shrimp. In the Outpost, Prophetbot waited on Messiah to the moment until they arrived. As a result, he fulfills his goal - waiting for the Messiah and telling them everything they need to know initially.
Plot[]
Main Story[]
At the beginning of the journey, Niko communicates with Prophetbot, asking him questions about the World, the Sun, the computer (or the Player if they are on a second run), and returning home. Speaking to Prophetbot after also gives three more questions: the Barrens, the Tower, and the prophecy. He tells Niko that this world is gradually crumbling, and that they must return the Sun to the Tower in order to save it.
Before Niko gives the amber to the Rowbot, they have the opportunity to say goodbye to Prophetbot and thank him for answering their questions. Prophetbot excitedly responds his purpose is fulfilled and wishes them luck on their journey.
Prophetbot last appears in the Return the Sun ending, in which he is shown looking at the new sun.
Solstice Update[]
In the Solstice update, Prophetbot is noticeably confused during the dialogue with Niko because they already knew something they couldn't have known. He is also mentioned by Prototype, who complains that Prophetbot is a gross oversimplification of his own design.
Trivia[]
- Prophetbot is about 5 and a half feet tall (~1.7 meters).[1]
- In the Prophet's house in the Glen, a staff similar to Prophetbot's staff can be found.