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A demon is an otherworldly entity that embodies chaos and destruction. Found in various mythologies and belief systems, demons are malevolent beings originating from realms separate from the human world. With supernatural powers at their disposal, they are known for their malevolence, cunning, and deceptive nature. Demons wield dark magic, possess shape-shifting abilities, and can manipulate and corrupt individuals through temptation and trickery. Symbolizing the shadow side of existence, they represent the negative forces that seek to harm and disrupt the natural order.

Types of Demons

Demons encompass a wide array of supernatural beings, each with their own unique characteristics and origins. They can be categorized into different types based on their nature and power. At the highest level, we find the Greater Demons, immortal entities forged from the cosmic scars of chaos, fear, hate, and anti-life. These formidable beings exist to maintain the balance between good and evil, their origins deeply rooted in the fabric of the universe. On the other hand, we have the Typical Demons, who possess individuality and the ability to think for themselves. These demons often emerge from mortal origins, born out of the depths of darkness and despair. They wield considerable power and engage in cunning manipulation and temptation. Finally, the Lesser Demons represent the lowest tier, mindless servants created to serve those above them. Lacking intellect and individuality, these minions dutifully carry out the orders of their superiors. Together, these diverse types of demons form a complex hierarchy, each playing a unique role within the supernatural realm.

Typical Demons

Typical demons are a diverse group of entities that possess the ability to think for themselves but are not supremely powerful. They often have mortal origins, their existence forged from the depths of darkness and despair. Examples of typical demons include "The Fallen," once angelic beings who have succumbed to dissonance and now walk the path of malevolence, and "Sayksumarahw," despoilers that feed on the energy of humans through manipulation and unraveling of their sense of self. While these demons may wield significant power and exhibit individuality, they are not considered among the most formidable entities in the supernatural hierarchy.

Greater Demons

Greater demons are immortal entities created from the scars of chaos, fear, hate, and anti-life. They serve as a cosmic balance to the forces of good and evil. These powerful beings exist primarily within the confines of the Severed Realm, their dominion. However, there are instances where they manage to escape their realm and wreak havoc in the mortal world. Greater demons possess immense supernatural abilities and often play influential roles in shaping events and conflicts within the supernatural realm.

Lesser Demons

Lesser demons represent the lowest rung in the demonic hierarchy. They are mindless servants who obediently follow the commands of their superiors, be it typical demons or greater demons. These lesser entities lack individuality and possess limited intellect, primarily existing to fulfill specific tasks or act as foot soldiers in the machinations of their more powerful counterparts. While individually weak, their strength lies in their sheer numbers and ability to overwhelm adversaries through sheer force or relentless persistence.

Origins

In a time long past, when realms of order and chaos collided in a dance as old as creation itself, wondrous tales were woven into the tapestry of myth and legend. From the hallowed halls of the Infinite Sanctuary, where destiny's threads were deftly spun, to the tumultuous realm of Vafilosna, where chaos reigned supreme, the forces of light and darkness clashed in an eternal struggle.

As chaos unfurled its tempestuous tendrils, an enchanting phenomenon occurred. From the heart of the maelstrom, the first demons emerged, born of elemental forces yearning to balance the scales. These mischievous beings embraced the darkness, embodying the wild and capricious nature that danced in defiance of order. With fiery eyes and cunning grins, they reveled in chaos, forever testing the limits of the Infinite Sanctuary's boundless control.

But even as chaos thrived, a luminous response shimmered forth. The first Malikdukiel, radiant guardians of the light, sprang into existence. Forged from the celestial embrace of divine control, they stood tall, their ethereal wings ablaze with the purest luminescence. With steadfast resolve, they held the line against the encroaching chaos, their presence a beacon of hope and harmony.

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-A demon is an otherworldly malevolent entity, originating from the lower [[Planes of Existence|planes of existence]] (colloquially Hell).  These foul creatures are powerful, deceitful, and embody the worst of the supernatural world.
+A demon is an otherworldly entity that embodies chaos and destruction. Found in various mythologies and belief systems, demons are malevolent beings originating from realms separate from the human world. With supernatural powers at their disposal, they are known for their malevolence, cunning, and deceptive nature. Demons wield dark magic, possess shape-shifting abilities, and can manipulate and corrupt individuals through temptation and trickery. Symbolizing the shadow side of existence, they represent the negative forces that seek to harm and disrupt the natural order.
-== Fallen ==
+== Types of Demons ==
-Angels no longer committed to the cause. Put through a gauntlet of trials and never fully trusted. Never accepted back to the Host, and rarely trusted by the Horde.
+Demons encompass a wide array of supernatural beings, each with their own unique characteristics and origins. They can be categorized into different types based on their nature and power. At the highest level, we find the Greater Demons, immortal entities forged from the cosmic scars of chaos, fear, hate, and anti-life. These formidable beings exist to maintain the balance between good and evil, their origins deeply rooted in the fabric of the universe. On the other hand, we have the Typical Demons, who possess individuality and the ability to think for themselves. These demons often emerge from mortal origins, born out of the depths of darkness and despair. They wield considerable power and engage in cunning manipulation and temptation. Finally, the Lesser Demons represent the lowest tier, mindless servants created to serve those above them. Lacking intellect and individuality, these minions dutifully carry out the orders of their superiors. Together, these diverse types of demons form a complex hierarchy, each playing a unique role within the supernatural realm.
-=== Reasons ===
+=== Typical Demons ===
-* High accumulation of dissonance
+Typical demons are a diverse group of entities that possess the ability to think for themselves but are not supremely powerful. They often have mortal origins, their existence forged from the depths of darkness and despair. Examples of typical demons include "The Fallen," once angelic beings who have succumbed to dissonance and now walk the path of malevolence, and "[[Sayksumarahw]]," despoilers that feed on the energy of humans through manipulation and unraveling of their sense of self. While these demons may wield significant power and exhibit individuality, they are not considered among the most formidable entities in the supernatural hierarchy.
-** A violation of one's own nature creates dissonance
-* Infiltration of the baser emotions
-** Doubt, Jealousy, etc..
-== Risen ==
+=== Greater Demons ===
-Demons desiring to redeem themselves and be accepted into the Host. Put through trials and then judged based on results. Never fully accepted. Very difficult to live up to demands placed on them. Most fall back where they're either destroyed or jeered at for all eternity, passed over for advancement, assuring they remain pissed off and unable to ascend again.
+Greater demons are immortal entities created from the scars of chaos, fear, hate, and anti-life. They serve as a cosmic balance to the forces of good and evil. These powerful beings exist primarily within the confines of the [[Severed Realm]], their dominion. However, there are instances where they manage to escape their realm and wreak havoc in the mortal world. Greater demons possess immense supernatural abilities and often play influential roles in shaping events and conflicts within the supernatural realm.
-=== Reasons ===
+=== Lesser Demons ===
-* High accumulation of dissonance
+Lesser demons represent the lowest rung in the demonic hierarchy. They are mindless servants who obediently follow the commands of their superiors, be it typical demons or greater demons. These lesser entities lack individuality and possess limited intellect, primarily existing to fulfill specific tasks or act as foot soldiers in the machinations of their more powerful counterparts. While individually weak, their strength lies in their sheer numbers and ability to overwhelm adversaries through sheer force or relentless persistence.
-** Allows words of 'Truth' to penetrate his existence
-* Infiltration of the baser emotions
-** Hope, Love, etc..
-== Despoilers ==
+== Origins ==
-Demons who have gone outside of Hell's boundaries and have broken the codex. Powerful enough to have escaped the watchers, the Horde does not openly hunt them lest the act spill to the streets and further damage the codex.  They live outside the rules, drawing their energies from the suffering and corruption of humanity (in a pinch torturing the lesser creatures will do) and the occasional celestial or demon. A jolting high is experienced when, and immediately following, a creature under its influence suddenly realizes its own debasement and is either broken in spirit, driven mad, or kills itself. Experience is gained when such goals are achieved, either for amusement or power gain.
+In a time long past, when realms of order and chaos collided in a dance as old as creation itself, wondrous tales were woven into the tapestry of myth and legend. From the hallowed halls of the [[Infinite Sanctuary]], where destiny's threads were deftly spun, to the tumultuous realm of [[Vafilosna]], where chaos reigned supreme, the forces of light and darkness clashed in an eternal struggle.
-Despoilers can feed off of any emotion, but most have a taste for one emotion or another.  Often a creature of this type will feed off of complex emotions such as one's sense of self and revel in unraveling a person's mind in this way.  Other tastes of note are sexuality, sense of order, feelings of control, sense of propriety, self worth, and really any other emotional state which can give rise to chaos and pain when disrupted.
+As chaos unfurled its tempestuous tendrils, an enchanting phenomenon occurred. From the heart of the maelstrom, the first demons emerged, born of [[elemental]] forces yearning to balance the scales. These mischievous beings embraced the darkness, embodying the wild and capricious nature that danced in defiance of order. With fiery eyes and cunning grins, they reveled in chaos, forever testing the limits of the Infinite Sanctuary's boundless control.
-A powerful enough demon of this type can actually corrupt the soul in such a way as to turn a ghost into an [[Aberrant Entity|aberrant entity]] feeding off of the living and passing that energy back to their master.  Granting continued existence as examples of the demons own power and corruption but little else beyond the fixation upon and hatred of the living.
+But even as chaos thrived, a luminous response shimmered forth. The first [[Malikdukiel]], radiant guardians of the light, sprang into existence. Forged from the celestial embrace of divine control, they stood tall, their ethereal wings ablaze with the purest luminescence. With steadfast resolve, they held the line against the encroaching chaos, their presence a beacon of hope and harmony.
-=== Succubus / Incubus ===
-The succubus and incubus are both well known types of the despoiler.  Both creatures feed off of the sexual energy of humans through forcing humans deeper and deeper into debauchery and unravelling their sense of self as they pursue further and further heights of ecstasy.  Such entities as these can (and often do) feed off of their chosen targets through vile acts such as rape or severe coercion.  Evidence suggests that, as with any despoiler, they have a particular taste of one particular kind of sexual exploitation.  Some have been documented as using their abilities to manipulate people into doing things from afar and simply feeding off of the situations they orchestrate without ever being seen.
-== Soul Eaters ==
-There are other things after your soul than Horde and Host. These creatures are truly fallen (from either order) and devour souls to gain power. The challenge is that the soul must be harvested before death (the result being fatal, or in some instances, the soulless).
-Each attempt to gain a soul places the eater at risk by using its strength to battle the individual's will into relinquishing the soul. The soul eater gains power only through the consumption, no longer able to pull from the subject's emotions or pain.
-== Sin Eaters ==
-Living outside both boundaries, these abominations are hated and hunted by both Host and Horde. There are very few of them and they tend not to advertise themselves to the ethereal. Their master is power and their services do not come cheap.
-A sin eater does just what its title implies. It is summoned before death to extract (through ritual) a being's sins and take them into himself, freeing the host for admission to the Gates. The process is painful and unpleasant to the eater, but with it comes knowledge...and knowledge, as we know, is power.
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