Sadistic 1930s psychiatrist and central supernatural antagonist. His experiments drove him mad with the Baphomet idol, leading to an inmate revolt and asylum fire. His spirit controls the ghosts via the idol until it is destroyed, after which he is torn apart by the vengeful inmates.
Desmond's mortal ambitions clash with the immortal supernatural force.
The demonic idol manipulates Richard, turning him against the protagonists.
Vannacutt's spirit actively seeks Ariel's demise during the climax.
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