Phlegethos
Phlegethos is the fourth layer of the Nine Hells. A blazing desolation of fire and lava.
Government
Phlegethos, unlike other layers of Hell, is ruled by two archdevils: Fierna and Belial. This dual leadership is an exception granted by Asmodeus, the ruler of Baator. Phlegethos is the heart of the Nine Hells' judicial system as it holds The Diabolical Court. Promotions and demotions within the demonic hierarchy take place in Phlegethos. A ritual involving the layer's flames temporarily makes devils vulnerable, allowing for these evaluations.Defenses
The city of Abriymoch maintains a reserve of 10,000 hamatulas, commanded by a pit fiend. These hamatulas serve as a crucial line of defense, protecting the layer from potential demonic invasions.Notable Locations
- Abriymoch, built from obsidian and crystal, stands on the caldera of an extinct volcano. Legend has it that it was built atop the grave of a deity slain by Asmodeus. Abriymoch is known for its numerous taverns and entertainment venues.
- The Pit Flame, is one of the most known places in all of the Nine Hells.
Inhabitants
In addition to the vast hamatula and cornugon contingents, the layer is inhabited primarily by hell hounds, imps, and spinagons. Other planar creatures also make their home there, but the heavily guarded layer is not welcoming to strangers.Geography
The Second layer, resembles the Elemental Plane of Fire. The air itself is ignited, creating sentient, aggressive flames that attack visitors but leave residents unharmed. The ground is fissured, spewing jets of flame that flow into rivers of liquid fire. Numerous volcanoes dot the landscape, their eruptions feeding into an incandescent ocean of magma.
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