Israfel

"*Meet the Angel Israfel. None sing so wildly well.*"
―Jupiter North[src]**Israfel**, also known by his stage name **The Angel Israfel**, is a celestial being and a singer at the Old Delphian Music Hall.

## Physical Appearance

Israfel is described as having a strange, otherworldly beauty, possibly owing to his angelic nature. His body is strong and muscular, but lithe. His angel wings are powerful and strong, with a wingspan roughly three meters in length. Both his skin and wings are black, but veined with lines of gold.

## Personality and Traits

Like all angels, Israfel absorbs the emotions of those around him. Possibly as a consequence of this, he is shown as somewhat moody and petulant, as well as absent-minded and hopelessly untidy. His attitude comes off as haughty, and he seems to have a high opinion of himself; he is certainly proud and careful to maintain his reputation. However, he is also seen to be considerate and kind-hearted, choosing to stay behind and sing a song to those who would die in the destruction of the Museum of Stolen Moments. Israfel is also depicted as clever and perceptive.

## Abilities and Skills

Israfel is able to sing in a way that brings perfect contentment to those who listen. This ability can be used benevolently to give comfort to those who are dying but it can also be used as a temporary relief to listeners who want to forget the muck of their lives. Israfel finds himself in a position of giving performances to addicted patrons who want to hear him but would be better off if they did not.

## Relationships

### Jupiter North

Jupiter and Israfel are shown to have known each other for a very long time, with Israfel describing Jupiter as "my dearest friend and the biggest fool I've ever known". Their relationship appears to stem from a place of genuine understanding and affection, though Israfel complains they do not see each other often anymore.

### Morrigan Crow

Israfel signed a Safeguard Pact for Morrigan's entry into the Wundrous Society. This was further complicated by the fact that Morrigan saved him from the Ghastly Market. This was further, further complicated by the fact that Morrigan inadvertently told Henry Mildmay, the kidnapper, about where to find Israfel.

## Etymology

**Israfel** is a variation on the name Israfil (إسرافيل), a name of unknown meaning. Israfil is one of four archangels from Islamic tradition and the one who will blow the trumpet to signal the coming of Judgement Day. In Judeo-Christian traditions he is linked to the angels Raphael or Uriel.

## Trivia

* Israfel is the title of an Edgar Allan Poe poem which seems to be inspired by the Islamic archangel
	+ The phrase 'None sing so wildly well' shows up in this poem in the third line.
* Israfel is also a character in the popular anime/manga Evangelion.

## Appearances

* *Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow* (First appearance)

## Notes and References

1. ↑ *Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow*, Chaper 27 (*None Sing So Wildly Well)*
2. ↑ *Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow*, Chapter 1 (*The Angel Israfel*)
3. ↑ *Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow:* (Chapter 12) *Devilish Court*. 'She told Mildmay about the strange little alley on their way to see the Angel Israfel at the Old Delphian Music Hall (omitting, of course, the reason they were visiting him)'
4. ↑ https://www.behindthename.com/name/israfil
5. ↑ https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/48628/israfel
6. ↑ https://evangelion.fandom.com/wiki/Israfel