Demon

* Humanoids
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**Demons** (**悪魔**), **Yōkai, Evil Spirits, Monsters** or rare **Asmodians**, are one of the major races in the world of Taimanin. They come from a parallel universe called the Dark World, which is also called as the Demon Realm.

The term is very wide as it includes humanoids, demi-humans, wildlife, and demonic plant creatures of the dark realm, thus it can also be used as a general term for any lifeforms originating from the magical demon realm.

## General Characteristics

Demons are well known by their ability to learn magic, fast regeneration, longevity and strength, with differing greatly in look, intelligence, strength, magical abilities or motivation.

Generally speaking, all creatures from the Dark World can be considered as a "Demon", though in reality, it covers multiple species and its subspecies. Specifically, it could be split into at least two large groups, that include the animalistic beasts and intelligent humanoids, with intermediates, plants etc. that are harder to categorize in a specific grouping. An example of such subgroup would be the Oni that have Ogres as a subspecies.

The cells of demons, if implanted into a Human World organism, can lead them to undergo a phenomenon known as demonization, of which they can also give abilities and heal grave wounds. Miasma, a substance of the Dark World, can have the same effect as those demonic cells, and if inhaled, can turn one into a demon. Their species can also be changed later on, for example, a Beastman or Oni who can be turned by a Vampire or Wraith into either of the latter two species.

All demons are universally weak to Taima Particles, with their healing factors, abilities and magic being hindered or disrupted, even by enemies that are technically weaker than them.

In the case of humanoids Demons, they tend to be seen as malevolent, opportunistic, lustful or aggressive, but at the same time freedom-loving, independent, competitive, compassionate or loving. They form Demon Tribes in which they tend to live in as a society/group. As such, they are not unlike humans, and how they act depends highly on the individual and species, as well as if they like and respect someone who they interact with. In a sense, they are close to humans, in all good and bad aspects, but with the addition of powers, and longevity that makes some of them think they are superior.

It bears mention that Demons are not a unified force, much like Humans, who are separated by differing nationalities and ideologies.

## Appearance

Varies strongly, but some can be identified by having pointed ears. Being Humanoid most of the time, some of the Demon Tribes are mono-gendered species.

## Culture

Demons live in Demon Tribes, small villages or larger kingdoms with high walls keeping the wild life outside. Technology in the demon world is around the medieval age, and most are very unskilled with technology. Thanks to their long live and typically higher strength, and competitive nature, demons can be dangerous, but this depends strongly on the individual.

The typical civilian demon knows about humanity, unlike humans. However, they are ironically quite afraid of humans, which they believe are demon killers. Just like humans, they are often embroiled in wars with each other.

Demons also fear Spirits and Gods, as demons had been ruled by them in the past before demons could banish them to the Otherworld.

## Powers/Abilities

* **Strength**: Most demons and half-demons are far stronger than normal humans and can be dangerous, especially to civilians.
* **Miasma Immunity**: The Miasma of the Dark World, does not lead to demonization for them.
* **Magic Potential**: Numerous demons are able to use magic or have the potential to learn it. What kind of magic they have depends on the species.
* **Longevity**: Naturally long lifespan and quick regeneration.

## Demon Tribes

This includes some important examples, a full list can be found here: Demonic species.

**Human-like**

* Orc
* Dryad
* Vampire
* Wraith
* Incubus/Succubus
* Witch/Magician
* Oni
* Beastman
* Badhbh
* Doppelgänger
* Fairy
* Golem
* Troll
* Dark Elf
* Ghost
* Arachni
* Yatagarasu
* Imp
* Imitator

**Beast-like**

* Behemoth
* Black Dog
* Catoblepas
* Dark Beast
* Dark Wasp
* Devil Worm
* Dragon
* Hydra
* Infernotaurus
* Injuu
* Kanaloa
* Sleipnir
* Metal Ox
* Yuuto
* Dragon Fish
* Will-o'-Wisp
* Zaqqum
* Night Beast
* Holly Bat

## Trivia

* Though demons presumably are not supposed to be public knowledge, they walk around some public beaches without any transformation magic. It's unknown why this has yet to spark any reaction from the public.
* Some demons have so far only appeared in the manga, this includes the Satyr and the dwarf. Other types are seen in the games or OVAs, but they're never stated by name.
* Spirits and the "Wicked Gods" are also sometimes just called demons or devils, but unlike normal demons, have their origin in the Otherworld.

## Gallery

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