Demons

> *"Unclean, perverse, and twisted dark spirits. They feed on negativity. They live for pain. They cry for sin. Amusing that despite how dangerous they are, they can be called forth like dogs. But unlike the norm, they can't be that easily tamed. Because they will always find a way to hurt you."*
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**Demons** are the predominant race in Hell, having been created by Lucifer.

## Description

Demons are a catch-all term for any entity that resides in Hell. Demons can range from unique and sapient species, such as imps or succubi and non-sapient fauna species, to more disparate and non-singular groups, such as Sinners, which represent less of a unique species and more of a disparate collection of incompatible mixtures of different entities. Demons come in all shapes and sizes.

Demons can also be seen as metaphors for natural disasters, affliction and cruelty, the most prominent of which are the "deadly sins" of Christian tradition: demons are also used to describe inner-fears and anxieties found in the minds of all people, which is where the common expression "face one's demons" comes from.

## Biology

### Appearance

Demons tend to have an overarching theme to their design, typically hellborn species have very consistent appearances and biological designs according to their species, whereas Sinners can have extremely diverse appearances. Sinners can resemble animals (some more so than others), objects, humanoid, and more, appearing in a wide array of colors, appearances, sizes, and structures based on what creature their character is based on. Nevertheless, they're generally described as ugly, chimerical and monstrous beings, however, sex demons such as incubi and succubi are described as being beautiful in order to accomplish their mission of seduction.

Demons are known to manifest in forms that combine the attributes of several wild beasts in order serve as apex predators; as a result, demons tend to possess wings, claws, and horns.

Some demons, particularly sinners and some Hellborns, are able to alter parts of themselves at will, such as gaining an extra or new set of appendages such as extra pairs of eyes, horns, limbs, or simply can enhance parts of their default form's body parts.

### Abilities

Most, if not all, demons share the following traits:

* **Demon transformation**: Some demons have demonstrated the ability to transform into larger, stronger, and more demonic alternate forms.
* **Longevity**: Demons do not die of old age and most of the other natural causes that kill humans. However, they can still be killed once they are hit with any of the Exorcists' weapons, or if they have been infected by Hell's own diseases and the like.
* **Unique abilities**: Demons have a wide range of abilities, the types of which are occasionally attributed to certain Hellborn species, such as the succubi's ability to manipulate hormones. For Sinners, they possess abilities that vary for every individual, depending on their demon form.

## Culture

While demon society is very diverse, it can be somewhat divided into two distinct groups in Hell: Sinners and Hellborns.

For reasons or methods unknown, sinners are unable to leave Hell, with the only exception being Keres' Children.

As Hellborn demons were never human, nor did they ever live on Earth, they have no experience of humanity or the human world. In spite of this, Hellborns make ready usage of human inspired/derived technology and cultural norms.

### Languages

Demons are known to possess their own languages, similar to humanity. However the majority of demons seemingly speak a form of English, which has been referred to as "Satan's plain English". Humans are capable of understanding and conversing with demons and vice versa with no apparent difficulty.

## Sins

### Major Sins

* Pride - An excessive love of one's own excellence.
* Greed - An insatiable desire for "more".
* Lust - Disordered desire for or inordinate enjoyment of sexual pleasure.
* Envy - Jealousy over the blessings and achievements of others.
* Gluttony - Over-indulgence; it's what you want, not what you need.
* Wrath - Hatred or resentment with a desire for vengeance.
* Sloth - Unwilling to act or care, especially when action and care are needed, due to a lack of motivation.

### Minor Sins

* Heresy -
* Treachery - The faithless, the insincere, the dishonest--their souls do not return.
* Fraud - The deluded take refuge in the dark, and those who fool others have no place to turn to.
* Violence - No matter what they try, they will forever be mired in blood.

## Types of Demons

* Archdemon - Highest Class of Demon
* Blood Demon
* Fox Demon
* Imp - Lowest Class of Demon
* Incubus - Male Exclusive Sex Demon
* Oni Demon
* Succubus - Female Exclusive Sex Demon
* Tiefling
* True Demon
* Voice Demon

## Known Demons

### True Demons

 Keres Almyra | Warm And Caring Devil Of Pure White
 Melaney Almyra |  | Alive

## Trivia

* Since demons theoretically can not die via natural causes, such as illnesses and overdosing, they are able to consume amounts that would be lethal to humans without any risk of dying.