CAMP Session 59

A part of CAMP
Within CAMP Year Two
    CAMP Session 59 }
  Recap and Current Status Octavia Basil , Percival Bloom , and Gaius Basil have transformed into devils, with Percy being officially crowned using the Crown of Asmodeus. Making him King of Bliznia
Time Skip: A day and a half pass, bringing the story to Monday.
Mandatory Courtyard Event The group is forcibly taken by Alton Longbranch and Rodger Jenkins , escorted by the heavily guarded Bliznean Legion wearing restrictive masks. They are marched into town to the burnt ruins of the Senate building, now destroyed and guarded tightly.
Consul of Bliznia Gaius Basil , now with red skin and curly horns, addresses the crowd, falsely claiming that the group attacked Bliznea during the wedding.
Basil proposes Percy as a dictator to "protect" the city, while a mysterious Phoenix at the wedding remarks on the demise of democracy before vanishing.
Retreat to the Malt Shop The group—including Olivia Smoke , Theo Atzetari , Cila Colkyre , Heagwin Helstain , Korzin Sabroth , and Folantis Pluma —is taken to the Onasis Gyro and Malts basement by Zoe Onasis , where they hide among numerous flies.
Ulrich Atzetari expresses gratitude to Zoe for the hiding spot. It is revealed that Basil, Octavia, and Percy are devils, and the mission now is to eliminate them along with Baalzebul .
The city descends into a warzone between the Reptilians and East Side Cobras
Individual Challenges and Discoveries Theo experiences his eyes flashing red, signaling Beelzebul's influence, causing tension with Zephyr Haegwin explores the greenhouse, identifying various mysterious plants like Starbloom and Death’s Beckon, potentially linked to supernatural elements. Folantis researches Phoenix Aarakocras in the library, uncovering their origins and rebirth cycle tied to volcanic islands. Theo and Cila search for Olivia in the library, finding her room overrun with flies and discovering files detailing personal profiles and missions, including a picture of the Crown of Asmodeus on Percy's head. Confrontation with Beelzebul Cila is transported to a cold, grey realm where Beelzebul demands access to their secrets, specifically seeking Haegwin and Theo. The protagonist attempts to intervene but faces supernatural obstacles, including physical changes like growing "nubs" on the back and increasing influence from Beelzebul.
Uncovering the Crown's History Information reveals that Osmodeus, the former king of hell, was defeated by Besar Katu , who trapped Beelzebul in the 8th Circle using an artifact—the Crown of Asmodeus—originally acquired by Ormund Basil .
Olivia and Oliver believe the pursuit of the crown has fueled their obsession with power. Beelzebul fought against Osmodeus during the conquest and warns against destroying the crown, complicating their mission.
Plans to Overcome Devilish Contracts The group discusses the difficulty of breaking contracts with devils, considering options like convincing the signer to relinquish the pact or eliminating the signatory. Midas Narkissos is a potential ally but is currently untraceable, last seen at the wedding and reuniting with his ex-wife, Ribellla The Reckless .
Encounters with Oliver and Magical Obstacles Theo discovers an illusion of Oliver in a magical mirror, revealing that Oliver Eltoris is trapped in Hell and unable to assist. An attempt to destroy the mirror triggers a trap, leading to chaos with glowing glyphs that weaken devil magic, allowing Haegwin to intervene.
Strategizing and Moving Forward The group decides to seek help from Eromena {New God} and heads toward the Cobra base, which borders the Reptilians base. They encounter various allies and adversaries, including Rhubarb , Tony Shorts , Pomegranate , and Ambrosia , who are actively engaged in the conflict. Theo attempts to reach his father amidst the chaos of increased legionnaire presence in Bliznia .
Final Push to Retrieve the Crown Theo and Haegwin infiltrate a rundown estate by breaking through an iron fence, discovering the Death’s Beckon flower—a key to their mission. They solve a riddle to enter the secret headquarters, previously maintained by Olivia and Oliver, finding extensive resources on demonology and the devil hierarchy. A crucial discovery is made: the Crown of Asmodeus has been placed on Percival Bloom 's head, solidifying his transformation into a devil.
Climactic Developments Cila is captured and transported to Hell, asserting her allegiance to Baalzebul The group faces mounting challenges, including internal distrust, supernatural threats, and the overarching goal to obtain and destroy the crown to defeat the devilish rulers. The narrative sets the stage for an intense confrontation, emphasizing alliances, betrayals, and the desperate fight to reclaim their city from demonic control.
Key Themes and Motifs
  • Power and Corruption: The pursuit and possession of the Crown symbolize the corrupting influence of power.
  • Loyalty and Betrayal: Characters grapple with alliances as trust erodes under supernatural pressures.
  • Supernatural Intrigue: Elements like devil contracts, magical artifacts, and mythical creatures drive the plot's complexity.
  • Resistance and Rebellion: The group's efforts to overthrow the devilish rulers highlight themes of resistance against tyranny.
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