Red serves as the primary antagonist in the 2021 Roblox horror game Rainbow Friends, acting as a mysterious guide to the player and likely the creator of the Rainbow Friends themselves. While his true identity is not known, he is known by the moniker Red and has been referred to as The Scientist by fans and in-game archives.
Red's origins can be traced back to the world of Rainbow Friends, where he takes on the roles of both a scientist and a Rainbow Friend. His occupation involves conducting experiments and providing guidance to the player throughout the game.
Possessing powers of manipulation and intelligence, Red uses these skills to further his goals. He takes pleasure in conducting experiments and actively guides the player's actions. His ultimate objective is to abduct players, successfully power up a machine (which he achieves temporarily), restore power to the facility (indirectly accomplished), compel the player(s) to complete his tasks (which he succeeds in doing), assist the player(s) in escaping the facility (a successful endeavor), and eliminate the Technician. However, his attempts to prevent surviving players from escaping Odd World ultimately fail.
Red is not without his share of malevolent activities, as he engages in various criminal acts. These include kidnapping, endangering children, sabotage, mass murder (with detrimental effects), stalking and blackmailing.
As a character, Red can be classified as an enigmatic manipulator, utilizing his intelligence and manipulation skills to advance his own agenda and pose a threat to the players in Rainbow Friends.
Appearance
Red takes on the form of a humanoid monster within the context of the 2021 Roblox horror game Rainbow Friends. His physical appearance is distinct, characterized by large, wide eyes and a round head. Unlike other Rainbow Friends, Red's body resembles that of a Robloxian, featuring the familiar blocky structure associated with the game's avatars.
In terms of attire, Red is typically depicted wearing a lab coat layered over a black business suit. Underneath the lab coat, he sports a red undershirt accompanied by a black necktie, creating a striking contrast. Additionally, his hands are covered by black gloves, beneath which are red-colored hands.
This unique combination of a lab coat, formal business attire, and the signature Robloxian body shape distinguishes Red from the other Rainbow Friends, emphasizing his role as a mysterious and enigmatic character in the game.
Personality
Red stands out among the Rainbow Friends as the most intelligent member and the sole individual who possesses the ability to communicate verbally. His superior intellect sets him apart from the rest of the group, giving him a unique position in the game.
Not only is Red known for his intelligence, but he also possesses a manipulative nature. He excels at influencing others to achieve his desired outcomes, utilizing his cunning and strategic thinking to manipulate the player and their actions within the game.
Furthermore, Red is characterized as a deceptive character, frequently resorting to lies and misleading information. An instance of this deceit occurs on Night 4 when he guides the player to restore power to the facility. Instead of allowing the player to leave immediately, Red fabricates a story about a farewell party, persuading them to stay within the facility for one additional night. This manipulation further showcases Red's deceptive tendencies and his willingness to mislead the player for his own purposes.
Biography
Limited information is available about Red's past, leaving much of it shrouded in mystery. However, there are speculations that he may have been employed as a scientist within the facility. Furthermore, there are suggestions that he might have been involved in the creation of the Rainbow Friends. Initially, a theory emerged linking Red to a character named Trenton, with some speculating that Oswald D. Davis transformed Trenton into Red. However, this theory was debunked and confirmed as false in Rainbow and Friends Chapter 2, where a technician resembling Trenton appeared instead of Red.
Chapter 1: The Facility
Night 1
On July 1st, 2007, the player embarks on a bus for a field trip to Odd World. A close-up shot of the Odd World sign reveals a hand manipulating the arrow on the sign, redirecting it to the right. As the bus veers off onto a hazardous path, it eventually crashes. The player regains consciousness only to be whisked away by an unknown force.
The player awakens in a facility and is greeted by Red's voice emanating from a speaker. Red introduces himself to the player and explains that his pile of blocks has toppled over. He assigns the player the task of collecting all the blocks scattered throughout the facility. Red instructs the player to follow the blue arrows and place the collected blocks on the pedestal located in the main stage. The first Rainbow Friend, Blue, is then released, with the caveat that he will give chase if he spots the player. Once the player collects all 24 blocks, Red commends their efforts, marking the end of the night.
Night 2
A cutscene unfolds, showing Green emerging from a fenced-off area. Red informs the player that Green is now awake, but explains that Green is blind and won't pursue them if they remain unseen. As the player collects 15 food packs, a cutscene reveals an orange hand reaching out for the food. Red speculates that Orange must have been attracted by the smell. The night concludes following this event.
Night 3
Red reveals to the player that collecting 14 fuses and inserting them into a machine on the main stage will unveil the true purpose of their presence. A cutscene portrays a vent leaking water, prompting Red to question the cause of the leakage. Concurrently, Orange becomes active, running around the facility if the player fails to feed him. The player must evade Orange and Purple and successfully insert all the fuses into the machine. However, the machine malfunctions, resulting in a power outage throughout the facility. Red expresses concern about the machine's condition as the night comes to an end.
Night 4
Red instructs the player to procure a flashlight and locate nine batteries to power a generator on the main stage. He suggests that he might allow the player to leave once the power is restored. Upon successfully activating the generator, the power is reinstated. Red expresses gratitude to the player for restoring the power and proposes a farewell party before they depart. The night concludes following this event.
The Finale
Red directs the player to obtain a ticket and a party hat for the farewell celebration. The player is led to a party room where Blue is peacefully slumbering on a stage. A falling balloon lands on a party hat, causing it to pop and wake Blue momentarily. However, he returns to the stage and falls back asleep. Red announces that it's time for a farewell cake, and the entrance to the party room opens. Another balloon pops onto a fork beside the cake, triggering Blue's frenzy as he starts chasing the player. After the player escapes Blue through a vent, the gate shuts behind him, trapping Blue inside, and the finale concludes.
In a post-credits scene, Red is revealed to be a Rainbow Friend as well, standing in front of the vent. He reflects on underestimating the player's abilities and hints that things are about to become even more chaotic.
Chapter 2: Odd World
Hour 1
On July 5th, 2007, Red finds himself hiding in a large shed in Odd World. He possesses a button that, when pressed, opens a door revealing Blue and Green, who begin to explore the area. Red expresses excitement, considering it to be an enjoyable endeavor, and formulates a plan to free the remaining Rainbow Friends. The player is assigned the task of locating 25 light bulbs scattered throughout Odd World. Once all the bulbs are collected, they activate an SOS light.
Hour 2
In the subsequent hour, after the SOS light is activated, Red introduces Yellow, who makes an appearance in Odd World. Red comments on Yellow's ability to overcome his stage fright, indicating a sense of pride.
Hour 3
As the players and the Technician attempt to enter the shed where Red is concealed, he is implied to launch miniature creatures called Lookies from a cannon, causing the Technician to be knocked unconscious when he hits his head on a rock. Red seizes the opportunity and captures the Technician, placing him on a dropper ride. Red informs the players that they must collect ten Lookies and return them to a pen located within the Laser Tag area in order to secure the Technician's release (with one Looky already inside the pen). Furthermore, Red reveals that he has set a timer, potentially involving explosives on the ride, which poses a threat to the Technician.
If the players manage to collect all the Lookies within the designated time, Red commends their efforts and releases the Technician, who assures everyone that he is unharmed. However, if the players fail to collect all the Lookies within the time limit, the explosives turn out to be fireworks, and the Technician descends from the ride unharmed. Meanwhile, a small light blue Looky appears in front of Red, observing him closely, prompting Red to question its behavior.
Hour 4
After three hours have passed, Red introduces Cyan, posing a greater challenge for the players. Red expresses curiosity about Cyan's fascination with a bug, remarking on this observation.
The Finale
As the Technician activates the minecarts for the player(s) to escape Odd World, Red releases Cyan, Orange, Blue, and Yellow in an attempt to hinder the remaining player(s) from escaping. However, their efforts prove futile as they fail to catch the player(s). Cyan pursues the player(s) toward the exit leading to the Surface, but eventually gives up the chase after losing them in a dead-end area.
In a post-credits scene, it is implied that Red is searching for Blue, who is sleeping on his throne within his castle. Red urges Blue to wake up, indicating that they are running late for an undisclosed event or task.
Trivia
Red's true identity has been the subject of various theories. One suggests that he is Oswald D. Davis, the founder of the facility and Odd World. Another theory initially linked him to Trenton, an employee, but this has been debunked. Interestingly, a Technician in Chapter 2 closely resembles Trenton, raising further questions about their connection.
Another character, Uncle Bob, from the game Spider, developed by RoyStanford, bears similarities to Red. It is unclear how Uncle Bob ended up in Odd World or recognized Blue, and whether Rainbow Friends and Spider exist in the same universe.
In Chapter 1, Red did not directly harm the player, but in Chapter 2, he is implicated in causing harm. It is suggested that Red released a cannon filled with Lookies, hitting the player(s) and the Technician, ultimately leading to the Technician's capture.
Red is speculated to be the creator of the Rainbow Friends, supported by the presence of a machine in a hallway with a sign stating, "THIS IS WHERE THEY WERE ACTUALLY MADE." The machine, containing Robloxian body parts, suggests Red's attempt to create new Rainbow Friends.
Unused Rainbow Friend models, Pink and the old design for Yellow, exist in the game files, potentially linked to Red's creations.
In the Castle area, a red text message reads, "You only slowed me down," likely left by Red.
Red is known for breaking promises about allowing the player to leave the facility. However, he does keep his promise in the Finale.
The door mysteriously closes on Blue during the player's escape in the Finale, leaving uncertainty about who or what caused it.
There are implications that Red may have manipulated events, such as switching the Odd World sign's arrow or dragging the player into the facility.
Red's appearance can be interpreted as either a human wearing a mask or a monstrous being.
FAQs
A. The Red Guy is a character and the primary antagonist in the Roblox horror game Rainbow Friends.
A. The Red Guy serves as the enigmatic guide and antagonist in Rainbow Friends. He interacts with the player, providing instructions and challenges throughout the game.
A. The Red Guy's appearance can be interpreted in different ways. He may either be a human wearing a mask or a monstrous entity, adding to his mysterious nature.
A. The Red Guy is known for his intelligence, manipulation abilities, and his capacity to deceive others. He possesses knowledge of the facility and its workings, using his skills to influence and control the player's actions.
