Demons

*"Any demon has a prerogative."*
—Thunder Storm
**Demons** are humanoid creatures from the mythically-acclaimed dimension **Hell**, opposite to angels.

## History

Demons are soulless inhabitants of Hell. Their lord, the Devil, occasionally sends them on missions to the overworld, which results in cambions.

## Characteristics

### Physiology

* **Superhuman Strength:** Demons are naturally stronger than average humans, beyond peak human condition. Demon hybrids such as Barry Parker can easily lift over 100 pounds with one hand, whereas whole demons such as Maggie Smith can lift over half a ton. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA are capable of lifting up to 2,000 kilograms/4,400 pounds/2.2 tons.
* **Superhuman Durability:** Demons are more resilient to physical injury than humans. Barry Parker is nearly bulletproof, and Maggie Smith is highly resistant to blunt force trauma. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA have their durability enhanced. They are also immune to extreme climate changes, except for absolute zero.
	+ **Fire Immunity:** Demons are immune to heat and fire.
	+ **Poison Immunity:** Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA are immune to Earthly poisons.
* **Superhuman Speed:** Demons can run and move faster than humans. They can run up to 150 miles per hour on foot.
* **Superhuman Agility:** Demons also possess greater agility than humans. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA have their agility enhanced.
* **Superhuman Stamina:** Demons have tremendous stamina. They can physically exert themselves for longer periods of times than average humans.
* **Superhuman Reflexes:** Demons have greater reaction time than humans. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA have their reflexes enhanced.
* **Superhuman Senses:** Demons have heightened senses compared to humans. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA exhibit increased senses.
* **Longevity:** Demons are capable of living longer than humans. Individuals subjected to the Devil's experiments on demonic DNA do not visibly age past 21.
* **Immortality:** Demons can only die in Hell.
* **Claw Retraction:** Some demons have claws.
* **Fang Retraction:** Demons possess a set of retractable canine teeth which are longer and sharper than a human's.
* **Possession:** Demons usually possess somebody with some sort of weakness, e.g. an addiction or emotional distress. However, demons can be exorcised. Demonic possession leaves behind a sulfuric residue.

Individuals who receive demon DNA from the Devil can also experience unique biological changes, such as their irises becoming red. If they receive it at a young age, their physical and mental growth is enhanced and will stop at the age of 21. Puberty is also accelerated to one or two years; if young male adults in their teenage years receive the DNA, they experience an increase in facial and body hair, height, muscle mass and deeper voices, while young female adults in their teenage years experience also receive an increase in body hair and height, but also bust size. Mature individuals experience rapid cellular degeneration when given the demon DNA; it is nearly irreversible, as they will become decayed, mindless demons after a week has passed unless they are placed in cryostasis and then cured. Afterwards, it would take between one and three years to fully recover. Overall there is a 25% chance of survival and a 75% chance of developing a mental illness.

These individuals also have small scars on their backs, where wings can optionally be surgically attached and can be retracted.

Individuals with mental illness have their symptoms heightened. Individuals without mental illness become immune when subjected to the demon DNA.

These individuals also experience violent urges, vulgar behavior, and a thirst for blood; hematophagy.

Individuals given the demon DNA at a young age will have offspring with a fifth of the DNA, including accelerated puberty, red eyes, heightened senses, and a small increase in any mental illnesses. The offspring can only reach their full potential with a booster shot.

### Weaknesses

Demons flinch at the mention of God in Latin (Cristo).

### Language

Demons speak Lilim, also known as Demonaica Lingua, which sounds like Afrikaans (a close relative of Dutch, which is in the Germanic language family, meaning it may look like English).

## Known Demons

* Lilah Curtis/Bloodlust (former human)
* Marci Daemyn
* Demon Claw
* Izron †
* Gregg Kalin
* Mogwai
* Barry Parker/Rapidity † (former cambion)
* Maggie Smith †
* Spade †

### Cambions

* Damon Parker/Demon Flash
* Thomas Parker † (former human)
* Vanessa Parker

### Hybrids

* Cyrus Connor/Solaris - Demon-Wraith Hybrid