John Doe – Roblox's Corrupted Legend and The Relentless Trapper of FORSAKEN

7/13/2025

Who is John Doe?

John Doe Roblox Character — John Doe in Forsaken — The corrupted Roblox test account turned relentless killer.

John Doe, the corrupted Roblox legend and one of the earliest Roblox test accounts, is a technical and strategic Trapper killer in FORSAKEN. I’ve spent countless hours playing John Doe, and let me tell you, mastering him feels like unlocking a whole new layer of gameplay complexity. He’s not your straightforward killer—his abilities require patience, map knowledge, and smart positioning. If you want to dominate matches with traps, spikes, and control, John Doe is the killer for you.

Skills & Gameplay Breakdown

Base Stats

CHARACTER STATS
Cost1000
Difficulty★★★★★
Health1500
Regular Speed9
Sprint Speed27.25
Stamina110
Stamina Loss9.5/sec
Stamina Gain21/sec
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TIP: High health and stamina make John Doe tanky but his low base speed requires careful positioning.

John Doe is a high-skill-floor Trapper with strong area denial and crowd control. His lack of mobility means you need to plan your plays carefully. Despite having the highest health pool in the game (1500 HP), he struggles in direct chases compared to other killers. His tools focus more on trapping and punishing survivors rather than pure speed.

Passive Ability

Natural Malevolence

Cooldown: 0s

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For every step John Doe takes, a trail of corruption follows behind him. Survivors who step into the corruption are inflicted with Corrupted II for 3 seconds. On March 18th, the corruption trail is drastically longer.

Great for zoning and controlling survivor movement, especially in tight areas.

Unstoppable

Cooldown: 0s

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John Doe can only be stunned for a maximum of 2 seconds while winding up Corrupt Energy or 404 Error. After stun ends, John Doe gains Speed I for 2.5 seconds, increased by 1 second per alive sentinel survivor.

Timing abilities right allows you to parry stuns and gain speed bursts.

Active Skills

Slash(Mouse 1)

Cooldown: 1.75s

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John Doe slashes in front with his claws, dealing 28 damage (45.3 on March 18th). The attack is telegraphed with a long wind-up, making it reactable for skilled survivors.

Use as a follow-up after traps or to finish off survivors; be mindful of its telegraph.

Corrupt Energy(Q)

Cooldown: 18s

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John Doe punches the ground, summoning 27 spikes lasting 14 seconds each. Spikes deal 12 damage per hit and can hit a survivor up to 4 times. John Doe gains Speed I for 7 seconds after use. On March 18th, summons 256 spikes dealing 16.3 damage lasting 18.3 seconds.

Spike placement and 'spike flicking' camera technique help mitigate vision obstruction.

Digital Footprint(E)

Cooldown: 8s

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John Doe stomps to create up to 3 shadow traps lasting 165 seconds. Survivors stepping on a trap get Corrupted I and Slowness II for 10 seconds; their auras and John Doe’s are mutually revealed. John Doe gains Speed I for 10 seconds.

Place near objectives, choke points, or dark areas to maximize effectiveness in chases.

404 Error(R)

Cooldown: 20s

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John Doe’s corrupted arm pulses twice, revealing the auras of all living survivors for 4 seconds (10.3 seconds on March 18th).

Use early to gain vision advantage and to time stun parries with your passive.

Gameplay Tips

I love using John Doe against teams that try to scatter and heal up. His kit excels at lockdown and controlling survivor movement. Especially on maps with narrow corridors or multiple objectives close together, his Digital Footprints and spikes force survivors into bad positions. Tip: You want to play John Doe as a tactical trapper and patient punisher, not a brute-force chaser. Position your traps smartly, use 404 Error often for vision, and chain Slash with Corrupt Energy for burst damage. But watch out—he’s vulnerable to coordinated survivors who can bait traps and use stuns effectively.

Strategy & Counterplay

Playing John Doe

John Doe shines on maps where you can predict survivor rotations. Use 404 Error at the round’s start to reveal everyone’s locations, then place Digital Footprints near common paths and objectives. In chases, combo Slash + Corrupt Energy to capitalize on survivors with low stamina. I also like to spin before using Corrupt Energy to confuse survivors on spike placement. Managing your stamina and ability cooldowns is crucial, since you lack mobility skills. Knowing when to use Digital Footprint versus saving it for chases can decide your match outcome.

How to Counter John Doe

Survivors need to avoid corners and traps that John Doe sets up. Always watch for Digital Footprint traps; stepping on one slows you dramatically and reveals your position. If you’re playing sentinel survivors, use your abilities to stall or stun John Doe, but be cautious—stunning him during Corrupt Energy or 404 Error wind-ups triggers his Unstoppable passive, giving him speed boosts and reduced stun time. Running unpredictable jukes and combining side/back movement is key to dodging his telegraphed Slash attack. Also, survivors like 007n7 can help remove Digital Footprints safely. In short, patience and map awareness are your best tools against John Doe’s oppressive trapping style.

Appearance & Skins

John Doe’s corrupted form is unforgettable: a classic Robloxian with a yellow torso and blue legs, but heavily distorted by black corruption. His right arm is a jagged spike dripping red binary code, his right eye glows red, and his spine visibly protrudes from his back. This chilling design perfectly fits the lore of a corrupted test account gone rogue. Currently, John Doe has 11 skins, including:

Yourself Skin – Unlockable, featuring a generic avatar look, fitting the idea that “John Doe could be anyone.” It even has guitar-playing animations.
Annihilation Skin – Comes with a guitar emote and unique visual effects, emphasizing his corrupted rockstar vibe.

Character Lore & Background

John Doe was originally Roblox’s second test account, created by David Baszucki. According to Roblox urban legends, he and ████ Doe (likely Jane Doe, his wife in lore) were corrupted by defunct code and destined to destroy Roblox on March 18th, 2017. Now, fused with the corrupted code, John Doe’s sole goal is to kill everyone in sight. His backstory is steeped in mystery and classic Roblox horror myths, which makes playing him feel like tapping into an old, sinister legend. If you’re into folklore-inspired killers with a deep Roblox connection, John Doe’s lore will resonate with you.

Summary & Game Links

If you’re a fan of high-pressure trap control and technical killers in Roblox FORSAKEN, John Doe is a must-try. His skill ceiling is high, but the payoff is satisfying once you master his abilities and map tactics. For more guides on Roblox killers and survivors, keep exploring the community resources and sharpen your gameplay.