Title: Demons
Isolde Holland - April 3, 2007 12:49 AM (GMT)
What is a Demon?A dark entity that is not entirely a spirit or human. No one is sure where they came from or how long they have been in existence; it is only known that they monsters that do not belong in either the Living or Spirit worlds.
What are their classes?There is a scale to a demons strength though surprising the weakest and probably the dumbest are the most strongest in strength. They are pure muscle with the only thought in their large heads being to constantly feed.
Those just above the weakest are the smallest; their bodies getting no bigger than a mere doll. These little monsters have a nasty habit of possessing weak humans and using their bodies to create mischief while consuming it from the inside.
Above most would be those born of animals and elementals, their powers being able to control the symbols they are born under. They are smart and have the potential to become quite deadly adversaries. It is best to stay clear of one who is angry.
Are all demons evil?Actually, no. There are quite a number of civilized demons who have found living among humans simple. Though outnumbered by those who are evil they can easily be confused by Guardians and have been slain in accident.
What do Demons eat?Humans being their number one meal, though animals are another. Still, some demons survive eating vegetables or more common meals that a human would while others prefer meat or blood. Yet there are even more who live off the souls of children or other demons. Whichever is your preference.
Do they have any powers?Several demons are born as elements and as such can control the element it is born from. Though those that are born of animals have control of nature, plants and animals. Others are simply brute strength and cunning intelligence.
Though there are several demon classes that have grown so strong in power that they can create their own unique abilities. These including teleportation, massive orbs of energy, and even invisability. [Get creative!]
What do they look like?Demons come in many different forms and colors. Some have appearances like misshapen animals, monsters in their own right, or human like. Depending on the class or species a demon can hide its true form within another if it has enough energy.
Can humans see them?No and yes, only a few can actually see them though most think them a part of their imagination. Though the only time a human would see a demon is when the demon is probably about to eat them.
What is their purpose?Demons have always wanted to live in the living world, to feed on live prey outside those of their own world. They are selfish and wish for power and in their minds humans are weaklings and easy prey. So they want to rule the living world.
Though with Guardians it is impossible; still, that does not seem to deter them much. Some have even found that by manipulating humans they can escape Guardians who hunt them.
Do Demons age like humans?Yes and no. A demon when born is an infant and will thus age over the years until maturity. Though once they have reached their a certain age they simply seem to stop aging. Though there are few who will continue to age until their deaths, it all depends on how they live. [Ex. If the feed properly they are more likely to get stronger and hold their appearance longer while those who refuse to eat grow weak]
Are they Immortal?Yes and no. A demon has the ability to live for several thousands of years though most who come in contact with a Guardian or even an Awakened human find their end comes early.
What can kill them?Demons may be difficult to kill but in the end they can still die. Like any human they can be killed by any means; though it is going to take a lot of it.
Can a demon be turned into a human? If yes, how?To become a human is almost impossible for a demon; however, it is plausible. If a demon gives it soul over to an unborn human it is possible for them to be reborn as a human. Though it is rare for them to have their demon abilities afterwards.
Note:Demons all have different abilities and powers but I ask that you stick to realism. None are going to have acid blood or can kill a person by just calling their name. So be creative and not overrated.