Humphrey is Irwin's colleague, one of the top scientists at Vykkers Labs and one of the two main antagonists (alongside Irwin) of Munch's Oddysee. He likes to study and experiment on species of animals and genetically mutate them or implant them with devices which may aid the Vykkers in the execution of their sick experiments. Although incredibly intelligent, he is often hampered by a complete lack of common sense.
History
Brighter of Two Minds
When compared to Irwin, Humphrey is more ambitious and optimistic, though just as sadistic as any other Vykker. He's always trying to "think big", though it does not always end in success. His previous endeavor involving a shampoo brightener ended up burning holes in customer's heads, but he shrugged it off, saying "no progress without risk".
Origins
He started off as a researcher in Vykkers fine foods division, being promoted to head of snack food additives group after creating an incredibly efficient netting system, increasing Gabbit yield by 500%. From here, he created a way to convert useless toxic waste into highly profitable food preservatives. This would ultimately lead to the creation of Baby Chow, a baby food brand dedicated to serving pre-chewed food of toxic preservatives.
Advancement in Sonar
His latest experiment involved implanting a sonar beacon inside Munch's head in an attempt to use him to fetch captured critters back to the lab, saving time for Irwin and himself to continue research uninterrupted. This, however, ended in disaster with Humphrey failing to recognize that Munch would use this device to escape. Conclusively, however, Humphrey is ferociously intelligent and creative, making profitable margins from the most worthless of materials; a master of financial creativity.
Fate
Good Ending
Within the events of the Good Quarma Ending, we see that Humphrey is consumed and killed by an explosion along with his colleague, Irwin. This is due to Munch and the Fuzzles planting explosives within Vykkers Labs 13, leading to its ultimate destruction.
Bad Ending
Within the Bad Quarma Ending, we see that Munch is recaptured by the Vykkers. This leads to Humphrey calling Lady Margaret, the Glukkon Queen, and delightfully informing her that they have a fresh pair of Gabbit Lungs for her. The sadistic Vykker then sticks around and watches Irwin perform the horrific surgery on Munch, leading to the Gabbit's death.
Appearances
- Munch's Oddysee (First Appearance)
- Munch's Oddysee HD
Memorable Quotes
- "Y'know, you really need to start thinking big."~Humphrey showing some optimistic thoughts to Irwin on the entrepreneurship of the Vykkers.
- "Did you ever stop to think WHY I'm sticking sonar in its head?!"~Humphrey trying to explain why he put Sonar infused on Munch's Head.
- "Oh Will You Just Shut Up?!"~ Humphrey yelling at Irwin when Irwin interrupts his monologue.
Gallery
Trivia
- Humphrey is the only Vykker of the series to have his name mentioned at some point in a game.
External Links
- IGN vs. The Vykkers
- https://oddworldlibrary.net/archives/togg/index.php?/search/111
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