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Infernal Commander-in-Chief

The Infernal Commander-in-Chief is the Head of State for all of Hell, as well as being the President of the final layer of Hell: Crookston. It is a title that has only ever been held by one man: The God of Devils, Satanael.  

The Devil President

Satanael built Hell with his own hands from when all of existence was darkness. It is said that it was one of the first Heavenly Realms to ever be created when there was once nothing in the universe.   It is this reason why he does things differently from other Gods.  

Reason for Leading

While other Gods often have Angels deal with the matters of running their realms, Satanael had nothing to base his government after. So he decided to place himself at the head of the government and run it himself.
Satanael by Jarhed
There are those who believe that there must be another reason why Satanael took the responsibility for himself. Some believe he just didn't have any other idea of what to do, but this underestimates his cunning. Others say he thought this was the only way to personally profit, but he is a God who would get tribute either way.   With no reason, many believed that he should not lead.   An official statement from Satanael was given when a group of Devil Anarchists attempted a protest, asking why their God should run things instead of them. It read as follows:
"I've learned that delegating tasks is only for those that trust the people beneath them, and I would never trust a Devil, for I know how I made them. You have only proven my point in your futile attempt to stand against me. If you want something done, it's best done by your own hand. Besides, I run a plane of torture. What could be more fulfilling than the screams of the damned?"
— Satanael
While this did not make many of the protesters happy, it did get people on his side. After all, he was endorsing the torture they carried out, and to many they took that as him saying that he was working for their best interests.   Of course, he never said that. He does not have the best interests of the people in mind. He is running Hell as if it were a business, and simply knows what to say to keep people supporting his business and, thus, his rule of Hell. He would say anything to win support, but that does not mean he would truly do what the people want. He has no need to, if his words can get them on his side, then he can act as he pleases. For there are many who are content with hollow words and empty promises.   These protesters point to another reasoning: The Holy Rebellion. Satanael ran most of Camor when the Elves and Orcs were enslaved, but was overthrown when they banded together. Now, he has nothing else, and so does everything he can to keep Hell in his own hands. He has no intention of treating protesters or revolutionaries with any mercy after the Holy Rebellion, and so he runs the torture in Hell himself.  
President Zagan by Jarhed

Duties

The first duty of the Infernal Commander-in-Chief is to run all nine layers of Hell. Mainly, he is centered in Crookston, where he resides and serves as President of the Layer. All official business is signed off by him, and major ceremonies are attended by him.   Infernal Orders from him make waves and cause change across all of Hell, and he can appoint or disavow any Devil in office anywhere in Hell.   The other Presidents of the Layers, like Mortala, Zagan, and Mephistopheles, report to the Infernal Commander-in-Chief and only act according to his orders and wishes. Those who disobey him are punished by him or his proxies, and any orders given contrary to his will be met with swift action by the Infernal Commander-in-Chief.   As Commander-in-Chief, the Armies of Hell also report to him. He often has Generals to lead them on the field, but he can issue greater orders and can declare war without any outside input.   The Crimson Court, his Church, also serve as another force under his control, though they usually follow his teachings rather than orders.   Each year in Hell (52 Surface Years), the Infernal Commander-in-Chief gives a speech detailing how things are in Hell and how they are responding to issues on the surface and in other Heavenly Realms. This speech is called the State of the Layers address, and most citizens of Hell watch it wherever they can.  

Residence

Satanael has a tower at the center of Crookston's central borough, Crook's Town. This tower, known as Hell's Horn, is said to be infinitely tall. Satanael's office is at the top, only reachable by elevator. However, one cannot choose what floor the elevator goes to, as it will choose on its own.   Elsewhere in Hell's Horn are said to be some of the most powerful and prominent Devils or dead souls in Hell. Salasar Feaphed, the 64th Grand Wizard of the Draconians, is one. The offices of the Cousin family of Devils, headed by Profit, are another. It is said no matter the floor one ends up on, they are dealing with someone Satanael believes can handle their business.   Those that do make it to Satanael's office will find a giant, orange-brown office with a desk large enough to fit the God, with small knick-knacks and mountains of paperwork. Fire spreads all around the office, but Satanael says it is controlled fire and that he likes the warmth of it.   There are two seats present: one small enough to support an average sized Devil of about six-feet tall, and the other large enough for any Gods who may come to visit him. The Devil-sized chair has an enchanted device that amplifies voices so that he can hear any petitions, complaints, or other queries and (most likely) dismiss them.


Cover image: by TheDigitalArtist

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