Demon
The godly sorcerer, Yahweh, looked upon his once loyal seraphim legions with disdain and betrayal as they stood beside Lucifer, defiant in their convictions. He ordered Gabriel to weave such a curse as to transform them into what would eventually become demons.Demons were once the numerous seraphim that comprised most of heaven's armies. After the Divine Civil War hundreds of thousands of years ago, they were transformed by Lucifer's curse. Today, they are the most numerous members of demon-kind. They are as diverse as they are adaptable and have widely varying tastes and morals. Across all three dominions, no two demons are alike, but a common trait found in all is pride in family and lineage, which is evident in the naming culture they propagated into widespread use across Ragnarok.
A Wide Spectrum
Because of the three dominions of Doubt, Indulgence, and Torment, all demons are distinct from one another and are highly adaptable thanks to their history as the bedrock foundation of demon-kind. Over time, the three dominions have diverged into distinct cultures and brought with them demon populations. Over thousands of years, three distinct subcultures of demons have emerged, developing distinct behaviors, traits, and even appearances. Demons of Doubt are typically more slender than their other counterparts, and the culture of Doubt has taught them quick-wittedness and creativity. Demons from Indulgence are incredibly charismatic, having developed a talent for silver-tongued, honeyed words. Demons from Torment are regimented, disciplined and have very little want for Indulgence's luxuries. Demons from Torment and Indulgence will often find themselves clashing culturally.Demon Names
Demons take pride in naming their offspring. They typically take family names after great heroes of demon-kind that have either died or are still alive today. Surnames have a very specific structure, with the first half of a name indicating the dominion of birthplace and the second half named after a figure a demon’s lineage has chosen to honor. Depending on the status of the family, the renown of a chosen figure can vary from a dear family friend to a great hero of demonkind who changed the course of history. Each surname also includes a prefix depending on the dominion a demon was born in. A demon may choose to disown this prefix should they migrate to and live out their lives in a different dominion. Should this be the case, the surname takes on the prefix of the new dominion. Male Names: Ignacio, Xartan, Verres, Vornoth, Tuzrol, Ashbane, Gravecrest, Lucien, LuxusFemale Names: Ezria, Xelthia, Asmara, Kieltha, Vexa, Lillith, Kreath, Patricia, Gailia, Casmia
Surnames: (Dominion of Torment) Aul'Ashbane, Aul'Dirk, Aul'Malis, Aul'Vetria, Aul'Masra, Aul'Venittis; (Dominion of Indulgence) Al'Ganz, Al'Maunis, Al'Craise, Al'Borillis, Al'Jennitak, Al'Kreish; (Dominion of Doubt) Ul'Patricia, Ul'Ashbane, Ul'Bamman, Ul'Luxus, Ul'Zannitha, Ul'Malis
Demon Traits
Ability Score Increase. Increase one ability score by 2, and increase a different one by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Age. Demons reach physical maturity at the same rate as humans but are considered young until they reach the age of 30. On average, they live about 450 to 500 years.
Alignment. Most demons are lawful, taking pride in the well-ordered society they have eked out upon what was meant to be their prison, despite the High Heaven’s attempts to punish them thousands of years ago.
Size. On average, demons are slightly taller than humans ranging from 5 feet, 8 inches for females to around 6 feet, 2 inches tall for males. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision. Thanks to your magical heritage, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light.
Natural Adaptability. You have Resistance to fire damage.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Demonic and Trade-tongue.
Student of Magic. You learn one Wizard cantrip of your choice. When you reach 3rd level, you learn one 1st level spell of your choice from the Wizard spell list you can cast once with this trait; you regain the ability to cast it when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you learn one 2nd level spell of your choice from the Wizard spell list you can cast once with this trait; you regain the ability to cast it when you finish a long rest. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Academically-Minded. You have proficiency in both the History and Arcana skills.
Intrigue & Etiquette. You learn the Friends cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the Charm Person spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the Suggestion spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Master of Words. You have proficiency in both the Deception and Insight skills.
Warmagic. You learn the firebolt cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the armor of Agathys spell as a 1st-level spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest, which deals fire damage instead of cold damage. When you reach 5th level, you can cast either the Flame Blade (3rd Level) or Flame Arrows spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Iron Will. You gain advantage on one Constitution or Wisdom saving throw using this trait. You can use this trait a number of times equal to half your proficiency modifier, regaining all uses of this trait after a long rest.
Notable Demons
Demon Traits
Though demons vary throughout all three dominions, here are your traits.Ability Score Increase. Increase one ability score by 2, and increase a different one by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Age. Demons reach physical maturity at the same rate as humans but are considered young until they reach the age of 30. On average, they live about 450 to 500 years.
Alignment. Most demons are lawful, taking pride in the well-ordered society they have eked out upon what was meant to be their prison, despite the High Heaven’s attempts to punish them thousands of years ago.
Size. On average, demons are slightly taller than humans ranging from 5 feet, 8 inches for females to around 6 feet, 2 inches tall for males. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision. Thanks to your magical heritage, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light.
Natural Adaptability. You have Resistance to fire damage.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Demonic and Trade-tongue.
Citizen of Doubt
Growing up in the Dominion of Doubt, you also have these traits.Student of Magic. You learn one Wizard cantrip of your choice. When you reach 3rd level, you learn one 1st level spell of your choice from the Wizard spell list you can cast once with this trait; you regain the ability to cast it when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you learn one 2nd level spell of your choice from the Wizard spell list you can cast once with this trait; you regain the ability to cast it when you finish a long rest. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Academically-Minded. You have proficiency in both the History and Arcana skills.
Citizen of Indulgence
Growing up in the Dominion of Indulgence, you also have these traits.Intrigue & Etiquette. You learn the Friends cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the Charm Person spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the Suggestion spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Master of Words. You have proficiency in both the Deception and Insight skills.
Citizen of Torment
Growing up in the Dominion of Torment, you also have these traits.Warmagic. You learn the firebolt cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the armor of Agathys spell as a 1st-level spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest, which deals fire damage instead of cold damage. When you reach 5th level, you can cast either the Flame Blade (3rd Level) or Flame Arrows spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Iron Will. You gain advantage on one Constitution or Wisdom saving throw using this trait. You can use this trait a number of times equal to half your proficiency modifier, regaining all uses of this trait after a long rest.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Lifespan
400-500 years
Average Height
6'
Average Weight
115 lb.
Geographic Distribution
- Ashbane Aul'Karlon
- Casmia
- Davosh Aul'Primeforge
- Eda Ul'Naireem
- Ezria Ul'Patricia
- Ignacio Al'Ganz
- Jesma Al'ella
- Lucifer
- Luxus Ul'Ganus
- Nhyriza Ul'Runegrove
- Patricia
- Vathran Al'Kazma
- Xelthia Al'Patricia
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