Are the Maykrs Angels?
John Hall
Updated on May 23, 2026
The Maykrs are a race of angel-like beings hailing from the realm of Urdak, which first occur in the settings and backstory of Doom (2016), albeit not clearly identified. They are later named and more fully revealed in its sequel, Doom Eternal. They are led by the Khan Maykr.
Is Khan Maykr a demon?
The Khan Maykr, or the Supreme Maker, is the leader of the Maykrs, a race of angelic beings. The Khan Maykr serves as the main antagonist in Doom Eternal, having ordered the Hell priests to organize the invasion of Earth as part of an ongoing plot to keep her world of Urdak alive.Is the Doom Slayer an angel?
The Doom Slayer is really just a normal dude who once lived in the dimension called Argent D'Nur and then became the leader of the Knight Sentinels, the knights that used the power of their gods, the wraiths, to defend them and their people.Is Urdak a heaven?
Indeed, even the name "Urdak" translates to "Heaven" or "Paradise" across hundreds of different languages, a testament to their widespread worship. Urdak is protected by artificial beings called Archangels - large, floating cross-like structures, one of which is seen passing by in the beginning of the level.Who are the Maykrs?
The Maykrs are an advanced extra-dimensional race that hail from the realm of Urdak. They are a hive-mind race, lead by the Khan Maykr. The Maykr species is believed to be ancient, and they generally consider themselves to be gods and far beyond the lives of other species, whom they refer to only as 'mortals.DOOM Eternal Lore - Who are the Maykrs? The Khan Maykr & Urdak. The angels of Doom.
Is Samuel Hayden the Seraphim?
Voice ActorSamuel Hayden is the Chairman of the UAC who oversaw the Argent energy research projects at the UAC Argent Facility. A supporting character in Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal, he helps guide the Doom Slayer. It is later revealed in The Ancient Gods that Samuel Hayden is an alias adopted by the Seraphim.