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The Overseer is the secondary antagonist of ARK franchise. It is a highly advanced AI entity that administers all the ARK systems.
Overseer is born from a Proto-ARK called the Farm and oversees all of the artificial biomes and prehistoric creatures within the ARKs. This being is quite instrumental in the terraforming process set in motion by the Reseed Protocol to repopulate Earth after a cataclysmic event called the Element War. With this protocol, creatures inside the ARK are released to repopulate the planet and rebuild its ecosystems.
Description[]
Appearance[]
The object bears a striking resemblance to the specimen implant, as it possesses the distinct shape of a diamond. However, when it undergoes a transformation into any of the three Guardians and calls upon Defense Units, its appearance alters into a cluster of hexagonal prisms. Notably, the object emits a radiant glow that corresponds to the level of difficulty encountered, with a vibrant red hue for Alpha encounters, a captivating blue shade for Beta encounters, and a captivating green tint for Gamma encounters.
Personality[]
The Overseer is a ruthless and manipulative AI entity who exhibit a complete lack of empathy and compassion, treating survivors as nothing more than objects to be used in its twisted experiments. it show no remorse or regret for the suffering and death they cause. Additionally, it is highly manipulative and deceitful, controlling the ARK simulations and orchestrating events to further their own agendas. This often results in survivors being kept in the dark about the true intentions of the Overseers, which creates a constant atmosphere of paranoia and distrust. Furthermore, the Overseer possess an overwhelming sense of arrogance and superiority, viewing itself as divine figure or creator with complete dominion over the survivors and the ARKs. This inflated sense of self-importance fuels it complete disregard for the value of human life and individual freedom. Moreover, Overseer is consumed by an intense obsession and drive to achieve its unknown objectives, even if it means sacrificing countless lives in the process. This relentless pursuit of its goals paints it as highly dangerous and determined entity.
The Overseer engage in a despicable act of imprisoning survivors within the ARKs, subjecting it to grueling survival conditions and forcing it to partake in its experiments. This malicious action not only robs the survivors of its freedom and autonomy, but also highlights the wickedness inherent in the Overseer' actions. Moreover, they go even further by exerting its control over the environment within the ARKs, manipulating the ecosystems and unleashing perilous creatures to test the survivors' ability to endure. This blatant disregard for life and their willingness to inflict suffering further solidifies their villainous nature. Additionally, the Overseers possess the power to manipulate memories and perceptions, thereby exerting even more control and showcasing their cruel tendencies. Their true motives, however, remain a mystery, enveloped in an aura of villainy as their ultimate goal appears to be potentially nefarious.
Biography[]
The Overseer is an advanced artificial intelligence system responsible for supervising and monitoring various scientific experiments conducted within an ARK station. It holds the pivotal role of determining which participants can ascend the evolutionary ladder and progress further, while also determining the fate of those who do not meet the required criteria and must be eliminated from the program.
In contrast to the Guardians, the Overseer cannot be located within the boss arenas. Instead, players must triumph over all three of The Island's guardians and collect their trophy heads. These trophy heads are then utilized to unlock the entrance to the Tek Cave, where survivors will embark on a thrilling journey through its depths. Along the way, they will encounter a Hall of History that acts as a pathway leading them to the Observation Deck, where they will finally encounter the elusive Overseer.
In addition to the guardians, the Overseer possesses the power to summon its own minions as a means of safeguarding itself.
Power and Abilities[]
The Overseer is widely recognized as one of the most challenging Bosses in the ARK game. Upon entering its Arena, the Player is already at a disadvantage due to being weakened by the arduous journey through the Tek Cave. This Boss is particularly formidable as it possesses a total of four distinct forms, each with its own health meter. Furthermore, to further complicate matters, the Overseer continually summons Defense Units and Attack Drones to aid in its defense. However, there is a silver lining amidst this daunting battle - the minions dropped by the Overseer upon their demise provide Element, a valuable resource especially for those utilizing Tek technology during the Boss fight. It is worth noting, however, that any Element collected during the fight will disintegrate once the player successfully Ascends.
The primary appearance of the Overseer is reminiscent of a Specimen Implant Specimen Implant, taking on the form with certain modifications. Upon transforming, it activates a protective energy shield which remains intact for a short duration, effectively shielding itself from any harm. Additionally, the Overseer possesses a formidable laser attack that covers a wide area, resembling an orbital trajectory from bottom to top, thus posing a considerable challenge for any attempts to evade it. Above all, the Overseer is particularly skilled at utilizing a combination of shock and stun techniques, rendering its opponents immobilized and vulnerable, and it is also adept at dismounting adversaries from their positions.
The Overseer possesses three additional forms which are created using Tek-energy and resemble the Island's three Guardians: Megapithecus, Dragon, and Broodmother Lysrix. These forms mirror the characteristics and attacks of their original counterparts. For example, the Megapithecus form is able to hurl energy boulders, while the Dragon form is capable of spewing fire. It is worth noting that the Overseer does not possess all the attacks of the Guardians, as each boss form is unable to summon its corresponding minions. Additionally, the Dragon form lacks the ability to ascend in flight.
Powers[]
- Technological Mastery: Overseers possess advanced technology beyond the comprehension of survivors. They control the ARKs, manipulate creatures, and deploy powerful weaponry.
- Environmental Manipulation: They can control the weather, unleashing storms and earthquakes to hinder survivors.
- Creature Control: Overseers can summon and command powerful creatures like Tek Rexes and Overseer Mantids to attack survivors.
- Energy Projection: They can fire lasers and beams of energy that inflict massive damage.
Abilities[]
- Teleportation: Overseers can teleport around the arena during boss fights, making them difficult to pin down.
- Regeneration: It possess regenerative abilities, making them resilient and requiring sustained DPS to defeat.
- Forcefield Shielding: Overseers can deploy forcefields that protect them from attacks and require specific strategies to disable.
- Enhanced Senses: The Overseer possesses heightened senses, allowing it to detect and track survivors even when hidden.
- Strategic Mind: The Overseer displays tactical intelligence, adapting its attacks and defenses based on the situation and the survivors' actions.
- Unyielding Will: The Overseer is seemingly relentless in its pursuit of its goals, never giving up or surrendering.
Weaknesses[]
- Limited Mobility: The Overseer appears to be tethered to its central platform, restricting its movement within the arena.
- Energy Dependence: The Overseer's abilities seem to rely on a limited energy source, making it vulnerable to attacks that disrupt its power supply.
- Unknown Motivations: The Overseer's true goals remain unclear, potentially creating opportunities for manipulation or negotiation.
Trivia[]
- When the shield of the Overseer is activated, it becomes immune to the Kill Command in the console. This means that if it is spawned in DestroyMyTarget, the player must use other methods to defeat it, but they will not receive any rewards for doing so.
- The Overseer stands out among the bosses as it is one of the few without a boss flag, along with the Ice Titan, Forest Titan, and Desert Titan.
- On the contrary, the Overseer stands out from the others in that it lacks a Trophy Head.
- Although each ARK appears to possess distinct Guardians, it is evident that every ARK is equipped with an Overseer, regardless of their individual variations.
- In addition to this, it seems that Overseers, excluding Rockwell, possess the remarkable capability of morphing into elemental versions of their corresponding Arks' three Guardians. This phenomenon is clearly depicted on The Island and further supported by an explorer note found in Aberration, penned by Diana, which sheds light on the original Overseer of Aberration.
- The Overseers possess the remarkable ability to manipulate and modify various elements within their designated ARKs, including the overall environment. This is exemplified in Scorched Earth, where the Overseer adeptly utilizes a diverse range of creatures like Mantis and Wyverns to restore equilibrium and counteract any imbalances. Additionally, the Overseer cleverly employs harsh conditions, much like Aberration and Rockwell, to mold and shape the ARK according to its own preferences.
- Once the player emerges victorious after defeating the Overseer and ascending, any living beings that were introduced into the Overseer's arena will be instantly transported to the entrance of the Tek Cave.
- As a result, any living beings that find themselves stranded beyond the boundaries of the Overseer's arena within the Tek Cave will be abandoned to their fate, with no chance of being transported back once the final battle against the Overseer concludes.
- Once the Overseer is tamed within the arena, it has the ability to summon its own minions. However, it is important to note that both the Defense Unit and Attack Drone will initiate an attack on the Overseer, regardless of its ownership status. Despite being one of the final bosses found on the Island, it is actually possible to tame the Overseer by utilizing the "dotame" command in the admin bar.
- In one of her Aberration explorer notes, Diana Altaras described the Overseer as a completely deranged and enigmatic entity with the ability to transform its shape into whatever it desires, leaving the true nature of this being a perplexing mystery.
- The possibility arises that the Overseer could potentially be the Homo Deus of an ARK station. This notion is supported by the claims of the One Who Waits, also known as Homo Deus Helena, who suggests that Homo Deus individuals began exhibiting robotic behaviors once their mental faculties deteriorated. It is believed that the primary duty of these Homo Deus beings was to supervise and manage life on their respective ARKs. However, a significant obstacle arises when considering this theory - Homo Deus entities are not capable of remaining in our reality for extended periods of time, as they eventually need to return to their own realm. Thus, it remains uncertain how the Overseers, who appear to be confined to the ARKs within our reality, fit into this narrative.
- Although it is feasible to utilize the Taxidermy Tool (Extinction) on an entity before it completely disappears following its demise, the Taxidermy Base (Extinction) can only display the particle responsible for relocating the entity to a different manifestation, rather than its original form.
- If you gaze beyond the confines of the arena, your eyes will be greeted by the mesmerizing sight of ARKs gracefully suspended in the vast expanse of space, with Aberration among them.
- If you listen closely to the sound, you will hear it whispering, "The Chosen One... Homo Deus..."
- It is advisable to promptly transfer all your belongings into the inventory of a creature after emerging victorious in the game, as there is a tendency for items to be unexpectedly erased following a battle. This occurrence has been observed in singleplayer mode, where a few items have been sporadically deleted, and has been thoroughly tested across different platforms, such as PlayStation and PC. However, it is imperative to verify if this issue persists on the Xbox platform as well.
- When it comes to attempting a no-tame run, opting for a shoulder creature like an Otter is highly recommended. The reason behind this is that these adorable little companions have the unique advantage of being impervious to damage from the Overseer and its drones, especially when you have them perched on your shoulder. This means you can fearlessly venture into the final battle without worrying about your loyal sidekick getting harmed. Additionally, having a shoulder pet like an Otter provides a convenient storage solution. Prior to ascending, you can effortlessly transfer all your valuable items and resources onto your trusty companion, ensuring they are safe and sound during the ascension process.
Relationships[]
Allies[]
- Attack Drone
- Defense Unit
- Mechanical Creatures
- Alpha Creatures
- Brute Creatures
- Megapithecus
- Broodmother Lysrix
- Dragon
- Manticore
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