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Post by Masterbard Alyster Darkharp on Jan 26, 2009 13:02:20 GMT -5
Geryon [/center] The Lord of Filth, Deposed Lord of the Fifth, The Wild Beast Geryon was once Lord of Hell’s Fifth Layer. During a period called the Reckoning, Asmodeus himself ousted him. This turn of events seems strange to those who know the facts, since the Reckoning came about when the lords of Hell all turned on their master, Asmodeus—all but Geryon, that is. The only loyal lord was deposed, while most of the mutinous lords went unpunished. Some speculate that this move represented some sort of strange reward from Asmodeus—Geryon certainly did not see it that way—and others assume the former archdevil’s loss of rank is only temporary. If Geryon has his way, the latter estimation will prove correct. Although some call him the Serpentine Lord, Geryon’s enemies also name him Lord of the Filth. This label obviously plays off his former “Lord of the Fifth” title, much like Baalzebub’s “Lord of the Flies/Lord of the Lies” moniker. However, such a reference is ironic in Geryon’s case, for the archdevil despises uncleanliness and dirt, demanding that servants keep himself and his surroundings immaculate. This need seems at odds with the devil’s otherwise bestial appearance and nature; some think him a little mad. The archdevil dwells in a secret iceberg fortress called Citadel Coldsteel that floats in a frigid sea. Its dangers combined with its sterile appearance encourage the few who have seen it to compare the place to a surgeon’s scalpel. In appearance Geryon resembles Mammon’s current form: that of a huge serpent with a muscular humanoid torso sporting two large arms and a massive humanoid head. For all his bizarre appearance, Geryon’s face and features seem strangely attractive and handsome in a raw, animal sort of way. Geryon’s symbol is a menacing bull’s head surrounded by a serpentine border. The Goals of GeryonGeryon’s single-minded goal is to regain his former position. Although he hates Asmodeus for taking away his authority and power, he does not openly oppose his old master. Instead, he still works for him, hoping his performance will result in his reinstatement. In fact, Asmodeus likely deposed Geryon in the first place because he knew the archfiend’s coveting of his former position would make him more easily to manipulate and use for some great task at a later date. Most of the time Geryon plots and schemes against Levistus, current ruler of Hell’s fifth layer. Slowly and secretly the resentful ex-lord raises an army of disaffected or mercenary devils. Geryon’s secret army is vast and powerful, but not yet ready to begin a revolt against Levistus. If Geryon ever regains his former position, his personal power likely will increase quickly (more Hit Dice, greater spell-like abilities, and so on). Source: The Book of Vile Darkness Web Enhancement - Yet More Archfiends Source: Monster Manual 1st Edition
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Post by Deleted on Feb 7, 2009 9:55:12 GMT -5
Gargauth The Tenth Lord of Nine, The Lost Lord of the Pit, the Hidden Lord, The Outcast, The Lord Who Watches, Gargoth, Astaroth Faerunian DemigodSymbol: Broken animal horn Home Plane: Material Alignment: Lawful evil Portfolio: Betrayal, cruelty, political corruption, traitors Worshipers: Corrupt leaders and politicians, sorcerers, traitors Cleric Alignments: LE, LN, NE Domains: Charm, Evil, Law, Trickery Favored Weapon: “Corruptor” (dagger or throwing dagger) Gargauth (gar-goth) embodies the inevitable decay and corruption that accompanies all self-serving, greedy, and power-hungry leaders and groups. Gargauth’s malevolency and cruelty are made all the worse by the veneer of civility and compassion he wears when first encountered. Gargauth holds to the letter of any agreement, not the spirit, and relishes betraying anyone with whom he forges a pact by twisting the contract to serve his own ends. Gargauth is a master strategist, and his sense of humor moderates his temper. He can be erudite, charming, and genteel, but his true nature always reveals itself eventually. In truth, the Lord Who Watches is utterly depraved, the incarnation of evil most foul. The church of Gargauth is a secretive faith, although there are some significant exceptions. Clerics work to increase their personal power, the power of the church, and, by extension, the power of Gargauth. Clerics are expected to be Gargauth’s eyes and ears throughout Faerun. They are to entice and corrupt powerful individuals and leaders in communities throughout Faerun and bind them into strict contracts favorable to Gargauth’s goals. They seek to seize positions of power whenever possible and integrate their positions into the secretive hierarchy of the faith. Gargauth has directed his followers to undermine other evil faiths and steal their worshipers rather than waste energy in conflicts with good deities. Clerics of Gargauth pray for their spells at dusk, when night first begins to corrupt the day. The church of Gargauth celebrates two holy days. The Unveiling occurs each Midwinter night. This horrific ceremony, believed to involve many gruesome sacrifices, heralds the imminent time when Gargauth seizes Faerun as his unholy kingdom and transports it to Baator to form the Tenth Pit of Hell. The Binding is celebrated on the eve of the Feast of the Moon. It is a personal ritual in which each cleric renews his eternal contract with Gargauth, trading absolute fealty for increased power. This unholy ritual is believed to involve personal sacrifices of money, magic, and hoarded knowledge and the casting of many horrific spells. Gargauth’s clergy mark all agreements with signed contracts consecrated in the name of the Lord Who Watches. Many clerics multiclass as divine disciples or sorcerers. History/Relationships:Gargauth is a former arch-devil whose foul nature was too much even for others of his ilk. Exiled from the Nine Hells, gargauth took to wandering the planes, returning time and again to Toril. His cult blossomed during the war between the Harpers and the malaugryms. In addition to the Dark Deities, Gargauth is also opposed to evil deities such as Cyric and Shar. He poses a particular threat to Siamorphe, given his interest in corrupting those who she holds up as shining paragons of virtue. Dogma:Life is all about the accumulation of power. Civilization is a thin veneer over the base desires that make up the core of every living being. Those who wish to survive and prosper must recognize this truth and concentrate all their resources on the pursuit of power. To achieve power one should use one’s charms and honeyed words or a barbed and bloody dagger as appropriate for the situation. It is more important to rule than to sit on the throne. Keep to the letter of any agreement and the rules established by those more powerful, but be prepared to twist any contract or stricture so as to maximize the benefit you receive. Source: Faiths and Pantheons Source: Powers and Pantheons 2nd Edition **Note: Gargauth is no longer an Archdevil, but was listed here for the sake of completion.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 15:18:05 GMT -5
The Dark Eight Source: Manual of the Planes Source: Fiendish Codex II - Tyrants of the Nine Hells Source: Guide to Hell 2nd Edition **Note: Not all of the current Dark Eight are listed in this entry, but at least some of what where formerly considered servants of the various Lords of the Nine went on to become members of the Dark Eight in later editions.Source: Monster Manual II 1st Edition
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 17:04:36 GMT -5
Moloch Deposed Lord of the Sixth, Viceroy of Baalzebul Source: Monster Manual II 1st Edition **Note: Moloch was replaced as Lord of the Sixth by The Hag Countess, who in turn was replaced by Glasya, the daughter of Asmodeus.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 18:29:42 GMT -5
Malagard Deposed Lord of the Sixth, The Hag Countess The Hag Countess is different from every other archdevil in at least two ways. First, she is not a baatezu but a night hag. Second, she is aloof and unpredictable, less lawful than the other archdevils but just as evil. The Hag Countess was the lover of the previous ruler of the sixth layer, Moloch. When he was cast down by Asmodeus, she took his place. Most believe that the Hag Countess set Moloch up, and it is possible that he will return for revenge someday. Like the lesser night hags she considers sisters, the Hag Countess rides a nightmare. The Hag Countess’s citadel is known as one of the surest (and most expensive) places to get a large amount of souls in all the Nine Hells. The Hag Countess looks like a hideously ugly female human with flesh the color of a deep bruise, covered with warts, blisters, and open sores. Unlike normal night hags, she has ratty, tattered, black-feathered wings on her back, making her look like some terrible reverse-image of an angel. Her eyes shine with a hellish red light, and her fetid breath stinks of rotten meat. Her symbol is a pair of black feathered wings on a white background. The Goals of the Hag CountessThe Hag Countess may be the physically weakest of the archdevils. Many of the other archdevils worked their way up through the ranks. Unlike them, the Hag Countess did not achieve her position through strength, but purely through guile. Her power is significant, but it does not approach that of her peers. She does, however, possess a significant amount of military might. Moloch left the Hag Countess in command of a vast army of devils and hell hounds that never ceases moving about the sixth layer. Right now, her major goal is solidifying her own power base. Source: The Book of Vile Darkness Source: Guide to Hell 2nd Edition **Note: Malagard is believed to be currently imprisoned by Glasya, who uses her flesh to create new servants for herself.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 21:02:25 GMT -5
Zariel Deposed Lord of the First Of all his allies and minions, Zariel herself offers Bel the greatest aid. Imprisoned in the bowels of the Bronze Citadel, Zariel languishes under the cruel knives of abishai torturers that carve off bits of her flesh to feed to their master. Source: Fiendish Codex II - Tyrants of the Nine Hells
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