Demon

## Demons

**Demons** are a supernatural species that live in the Infernal Hells. They are ruled by the 'Dark Prince,' an old demon with great power, although they are managed by a number of lesser Demon Masters who officially serve the Dark Prince. They are a species that is diametrically opposed to the Angels of the High Heavens.

## History

-The original demons are those who were turned into them by Lucifer after his banishment from among his followers.

-new batch of demons born from the souls of humans and other angels, they have more human-like appearance and mindset, often called "Devils"

-bestial demons are bred as war is declared against other worlds in order to be used to expand the Infernal Hells.

-Lucifer is cursed and no longer allowed a physical form. Many demon overlords end up taking control over time but are either killed by angels, demons, or other factions in the ensuing conflicts.

-the dark prince takes control of the demons through subterfuge and deal making between demons. He managed to solidify his reign before being targeted by angels and has foiled their attempts many times.

## Characteristics

### Types

* Human Origin: Some Demons have been born from the merging of a human soul and body with that of a Spirit. Depending on the desires, beliefs, and personality of the human, they may become a Demon in soul but human in body.
	+ Baphomet is possibly the most noteworthy Human Demon among the human world. His soul and body was originally a Knight Templar who had been executed by during their Trials. His desire for revenge drew in a roaming spirit wisp which merged with him shortly after his death. While Baphomet did not exist before these events, the actions of their betrayers led to his birth and desire for revenge.
	+ Ardun is an ancient reincarnated demon who has had very little interaction with the human world beyond observation.
* Succubus/Incubus: The Succubus/Incubus family of Demons were born in a similar way as Reincarnated Demons, but in this instance they did not reincarnate from humans, but from Vampires who have been possessed by a spirit wisp and turned into a demonic being. The Succubus were born from lust, while Incubi from hunger.

#### Lesser Demons

Lesser Demons are not considered "true" demons by the more powerful and intelligent demons as many are artificial creations through magic and science, or born from simple animals.

Main article: List of Demon breeds

## Powers & Abilities

The physical characteristics of demons in nearly all areas are superior to humans as well as their magical capabilities.

after the start of the conflict between Angels and Demons, the development of Anti-Demonic Magic has been integrated into the Angel's Holy Magic.

like all supernatural species, demons speak a language that conveys into audible form that is considered different from that languages that humans speak.

intelligent demons are able to use magic to manipulate their environment and creating a wide degree of supernatural phenomena. one example is their ability to alter their appearance to a certain degree but it depends on how good they are at using magic itself.

while they do have biological bodies, they are not subject to dying of old age and can only by killed permanently should their soul be destroyed.

## Notable

* Dark Prince
* Almar Makan