Devil

Basic Information

Anatomy

There are many different types of devils, but most are to some extent humanoid. Because of where they live, they have varying levels of resistance to fire and heat, and can breathe ash-filled air unimpeded.

Genetics and Reproduction

Devils reproduce sexually, and are viviparous. Their gestation periods vary between varieties, and different varieties aren't typically genetically compatible.

Ecology and Habitats

Devils live primarily in volcanic areas, but can live elsewhere.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Devils are typically carnivorous, and not very adaptable. Imps are sometimes eaten after death, but are not killed specifically for food.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Devils are organized in a caste system:

• The Royal caste, consisting of the royal family.
• The Ducal caste, consisting of the Great Houses.
• The Baron caste, consisting of the minor noble houses.
• The seven plebeian castes, in descending order: Succubi, Byzous, Valaci, Ba'alzebubs, Shedim, Se’irim, and Imps.

The caste of non-devil slaves is determined by the caste of their owner.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Mages in other planes will sometimes make contracts with devils that seek to leave Irkalla. Usually, these will consist of a period of servitude to the mage in return for transportation to the mage's plane. This can be somewhat risky, since many devils are quite adept at finding loopholes in contracts, especially among the higher castes. Because of this, these contracts are typically made with Imps or Se’irim to minimize the risk. There is also a risk to the devil involved, since it is not unheard of for a mage to make generous promises, then simply enslave the devil. A few mages also simply summon a random devil by force to enslave, but this is likely to incur the wrath of many powerful devils, so it is rare. Members of the Principality of Inferna's noble castes would almost never consider one of these contracts unless they had no other choice.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

The majority of devils live in Inferna.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

The senses of devils vary between varieties.

Civilization and Culture

Common Dress Code

Devils typically wear leather clothing, sometimes made from wildlife around Inferna, and sometimes made from Imps, Se’irim, and Shedim. These lower-ranking devils are often used for this when they die, since resources are somewhat scarce in Inferna, but are almost never killed specifically for this purpose.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Because of Infernal culture's emphasis on the importance of deals and contracts, devils living outside of the Principality of Inferna are often very successful lawyers.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Most devils tend to be colors that are unnatural to many other races, such as red, blue, black, purple, etc.