Why Vox is actually the kindest character in Hazbin Hotel
I know, at first glance, this sounds like total bait. But I can say with confidence that most viewers completely misunderstood Vox as a character. And I’m about to drop some undeniable proof.
First of all, it’s worth noting that Vox is incredibly attentive to his audience's needs. He shows them exactly what they want to see.
Plus, you’ve definitely noticed those drones buzzing around everywhere. What do you think they’re there for? The answer is simple: creating a comfortable living environment.It’s scientifically proven that people commit fewer crimes when they know they’re being watched. So, technically, VoxTek is actually helping to lower the crime rate in Hell.
Now, a lot of people assume he’s just using these drones to stalk everyone for his own benefit. But think about it—if Vox wanted to be sneaky, he wouldn't paint his drones BLUE against a RED sky. But they aren't red. They stand out like a sore thumb.
This means it’s important to him that everyone knows he’s there, so they can feel safe under his supervision. It’s an act of selfless care, especially considering the amount of energy he burns just to keep those devices running.
As a public figure, Vox always appears in public with a wide, welcoming smile. But what do we, the audience, actually see? We see the sadness on his face. We see him physically forcing that smile, just so no one else has to worry about how hard he’s working.
Deep down, Vox has a huge heart. He’d make an amazing father. I mean, he has a pet shark, and they have a mutual connection—but more on that later.
On top of that, he remains an incredibly patient business partner whenever Valentino is having a rough time. Vox is quick to step in and share his calm, reasoning with him and keeping him grounded.
Now, I want to touch on his relationship with Alastor and the others. It might seem like Vox is hostile toward Alastor, but that is easily debunked. In his song, Vox explicitly welcomed Alastor home. In fact, he was the only one polite enough to give the Radio Demon a proper greeting upon his return.
He interrupted all of his broadcasts just to notify Pentagram City of Alastor’s presence. The Deer Demon didn’t stay on the sidelines, either. Thanks to Vox, Alastor actually went on air for the first time in 7 years. Vox simply surrounded him with attention.
As I mentioned earlier, Vox cares deeply about safety—not just for Pentagram City, but for the Hazbin Hotel specifically. That is exactly why he sent Sir Pentious to install security cameras. Completely free of charge.
Vox was so benevolent that he personally guided Sir Pentious toward the path of redemption.
Vox would never dream of coercing his staff into intimacy. He is an idealist with strict moral principles. He didn’t take advantage of Katie Killjoy when she threw herself at him; he firmly turned her down (Vox stands against harassment). Instead, his mind is focused on much higher things.
Speaking of his professional life, we can’t forget his philanthropy. He picks people right off the streets just to give them a shot at high-paying careers. He even covers the full cost of all necessary surgeries, performed by his lovely team.
He also energizes his partner’s subordinates, giving them the jolt they need to get back on their feet to ensure peak performance.
As a newsman, Vox is highly qualified. He would never allow misinformation to make it onto his broadcast.
When stepping onto someone else’s turf, he acted like the perfect houseguest and presented them with a generous gift. Velvette even offered valuable feedback on how to improve the Hotel’s aesthetic.
Vox graciously gave Charlie a platform to speak, even after she misled him about her true intentions for the interview. Upon hearing the news about Sir Pentious’s redemption, he sincerely congratulated the Princess. He even went a step further for Angel Dust, giving him a chance to earn true redemption in a practical, real-world scenario, instead of just playing pretend.
Vox even humbly asks if he can be redeemed. His gentle soul clearly yearns for Heaven. But then, he remembers that he hasn’t finished all his acts of kindness in Hell yet. He realizes he has to stay.
Now we’re venturing down a very dark path in Vox’s life. The sheer injustice he was subjected to 70 years ago.
A young TV Demon with a sparkle in his eyes arranged a meeting with Alastor in a classy bar (not some drug den). Sitting across from him, he understood the gravity of the proposal he was about to make, so he remained completely sober. Alastor, meanwhile, was already wasted. You can tell by the lack of alcohol near Vox, while Alastor is downing at least his second glass.
It’s entirely possible that Alastor spends all his earnings on booze, and that coin was his very last cent.
The moment Vox proposed a partnership, a drunken Alastor completely misinterpreted everything (Vox’s offer probably bruised his fragile ego). He likely suspected that Vox wanted to make him an errand boy—which would have given Vox the power to check him into rehab, take away his booze money, and actually buy him some real groceries so he’d stop terrorizing poor sinners for food. (Remember, Vox is all about safety).
Vox probably invited Alastor to a bar specifically because he knew the drunkard would refuse to go anywhere else. But the alcoholic caught on and shamed Vox in front of everyone, painting him as weak and pathetic.
But the TV Demon didn’t abandon his friend, even after being stabbed in the back. Throughout both seasons, Vox has been constantly working on Alastor’s self-esteem to help him feel more confident—as proven by the analysis of their duet earlier. Vox genuinely cheers for his friends. Even the ones who rejected him.
And afterwards, he even organized a parade in the Radio Demon’s honor.
Literally no one else worried about Alastor this much throughout the entire show.
Touching on his higher aspirations again, he even became an activist. He became the voice (a very beautiful one) of the oppressed people, pushing Lilith's ideas to the masses. He finds an approach to every Overlord and understands the true worth of a sinner's soul.
Resisting vanity, he humbly admits that he was simply lucky to end up where he is.
The events of Season 2 expose the sheer incompetence of Heaven’s government. Everything relies on Sera, yet she can’t even keep it together—which is pretty embarrassing for a Seraphim who has existed since the dawn of humanity. Instead, she panics and turns to a newly redeemed sinner for advice.
This begs the question: "Why did Vox end up in Hell in the first place?"
The answer is simple, yet tragic. He only ended up in Hell because he was eliminating people who were bad at their jobs. Every action he took had a valid reason.
1. For instance, a news anchor was flirting with his colleague, abusing his position of power. And as we’ve already established, Vox stands firmly against harassment.
2. The second gentleman had a gap in his teeth. Consequently, every word he spoke would come out with an unpleasant, distracting whistle. Total incompetence. Vox simply couldn't allow that on air. Also, he’s a ginger.
3. Two producers were violating fire safety protocols in a room full of people. Also, one of them is a ginger.
4. Vox explicitly informs us: "Fish like to swim." Yet this dude is keeping a fish in prison. Do I even need to explain why he died? Also, he’s a ginger.
5. The poor fish ended up fried on this animal abuser’s plate. She also has no sense of smell, and she’s blind. How did she even get hired? Also, she’s a ginger.
6. Have you noticed that the majority of the staff cluttering up the station are gingers? At first, Vincent didn’t think much of it. But when he finally reached his idol, Bob, he realized something. Bob, as the owner of the channel, hired all these people. But as we’ve already established, they are all incompetent. So why did they get the jobs? Vincent, inspired by his vision to improve the broadcast, pitched hundreds of brilliant ideas to Bob, but Bob seemed to reject every single one on purpose. Vox looked into Bob’s eyes and realized everything: IT’S NEPOTISM. Bob used to be a ginger, too.
Vox is against that crap; he stands for honest career advancement based on merit. Being a kind soul, much like Dexter Morgan, Vox decided to eliminate the root of all problems in the industry. Showing courtesy, he delivered Bob straight to his family so they wouldn’t be distressed by his disappearance or worry. Also, the kid is a ginger.
The true tragedy of Vox is that as he looks out at the denizens of Hell—who accuse him of lies and slander his name—he realizes that none of them could truly grasp the message he infused into every frame of his work.
This realization cuts to the core of his luminous soul, which is weeping inside. We can clearly see proof of this in his expression during the final frames of the Season 2 finale. And yet, through it all, he maintains that smile. He simply refuses to believe, right to the bitter end, that sinners are truly this rotten.
And with this burning thought, he makes a drastic yet just decision—to erase everyone and himself, so as to suffer no more from the sheer blindness of those around him.
Vox always gave his all to his work. As we’ve learned, in life he was an honest, hardworking man who appreciated hard work in others and never tolerated shortcuts—whether it was unearned privilege through family ties or sleeping one's way to the top.
And that is precisely why Vox is the kindest character in Hazbin Hotel.
Disclaimer: We have nothing against gingers or Alastor
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