Ever since Hazbin Hotel first aired, fans have been fascinated by one character and eager to learn more about his mysterious goals in Hell. From the moment Alastor, also known as the Radio Demon, appeared, viewers have come up with countless theories about his life as both a human and a demon, his strangely captivating personality, and the unique powers that set him apart from other powerful demons and sinners. While he’s always been an enigma, the latest episode of Season 2, “It’s a Deal,” finally revealed some answers to the long-standing questions about Alastor’s history and current circumstances.
I’m a big fan of the show, and like many others, I often get caught up in analyzing every little detail for clues. I re-watched the episode “It’s a Deal” several times, carefully looking for anything that might reveal more about the character Alastor. I’ve developed a theory that Alastor is heavily inspired by a particularly creepy Disney villain: Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog. When you look at the evidence, the similarities are surprisingly clear.
Alastor and Facilier Share an Unmistakable Magical and Cultural Heritage
I started thinking about this while researching Alastor’s abilities, particularly the unique green symbols that define his magic in Hell. In Season 2, Episode 4 of Hazbin Hotel, we learn about Alastor’s life as a human – how he was both a popular radio host and a serial killer – and we see inside his home. I immediately noticed that the same complex symbols, which look a lot like Voodoo designs, were all over his cabin, both inside and out. Interestingly, since Alastor was human at this time, the symbols were made from natural materials like twigs and branches. However, they were clearly the same glyphs we’d seen linked to his powers as the Radio Demon, all the way back in the original 2019 pilot, before the show was picked up by Prime Video.
I noticed something fascinating the moment Alastor made his deal with Rosie. As soon as it was sealed, symbols began swirling around him – clearly Rosie’s doing, I suspect. But these weren’t the carefully crafted designs he used to make. Instead, they were imbued with the same powerful magic Alastor now wields in Hell. They practically vibrated with an old, almost incomprehensible energy, visually showing just how connected he is to something… else. Seeing those symbols – both the ones he made with his own hands and the magical ones – and knowing he’s Creole, from 1930s New Orleans, immediately made me think of another charming, deal-making magic user from that city: Dr. Facilier.
Watching the musical number “Friends on the Other Side” from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog again solidified a connection I’d noticed. Dr. Facilier’s shadowy form moves with a disturbing independence, almost as if it’s a separate being – much like Alastor’s constant shadow in the series. Furthermore, Facilier’s magic relies on glowing green Voodoo symbols that appear when he calls upon his “friends on the other side.” These symbols, swirling with dark energy, share a striking visual similarity to the aesthetic surrounding Alastor, particularly in the episode “It’s a Deal.”
I’ve been observing some really interesting parallels between Alastor and Facilier. The way their magic appears – that bright green light, for instance – and how it echoes Voodoo imagery is hard to ignore. Even their shadows seem to act on their own, and it’s just too specific to be random. Both characters clearly draw power from the Voodoo tradition, connecting with spirits to get what they want. It feels like they perfectly fit the classic Voodoo idea of a trickster – someone who offers deals, but always with a hidden, and often terrible, cost.
Their Existential Predicaments and a Voice Actor Connection Further the Proof
Both Alastor and Dr. Facilier, despite appearing powerful and in control, actually lack true freedom. Facilier is bound by a deal with the spirits he summons, essentially owing them his soul. Similarly, even though Alastor is incredibly powerful and potentially the ruler of Hell, he isn’t truly free – Rosie controls his soul until a mysterious agreement is met. Both characters trade their independence for their abilities.
Both characters are powerful and can influence, hurt, or even help others, but they are ultimately controlled by the agreements they made with those who ‘own’ them. This shared situation – having great power but no true freedom because of their own choices – strengthens the connection between them. They are skilled manipulators, yet they are also being manipulated by a larger power. Their shadows aren’t simply extensions of themselves; they seem to be physical reminders of the terms of their deals, almost acting as independent entities enforcing those agreements.
A fun detail that supports this idea is the connection between the voice actors: Keith David, who voices Husk in Hazbin Hotel, also famously played Dr. Facilier. While not solid proof of inspiration, this casting feels like a deliberate and playful reference by the show’s creator, Vivienne Medrano, hinting at the connection between the two characters.
Medrano has often talked about how Disney has influenced her work. For example, at a recent New York Comic Con panel for Hazbin Hotel, she specifically said the song “Gravity” – with its themes of religious revenge and anger – was inspired by the song “Hellfire” from Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Considering her fondness for Disney animation and willingness to explore darker themes, it’s likely she also drew inspiration from villains like Dr. Facilier. He shares a lot in common with Alastor, including a similar time period and setting, matching themes and visual styles, and even a connection through their voice actor. Both characters have Creole roots, use green-toned Voodoo magic, have shadows that act independently, and are bound by supernatural deals, making a strong case that Dr. Facilier was a key inspiration for the popular character, Alastor.
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