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	Modern Elanthian scholars define a '''demon''' as a malevolent entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. In the past, many other types of entities have been referred to as "demons," such as creatures of the [[Plane of Probability]], but this is not strictly accurate.

	Demons are by and large horrifying and malevolent creatures whose very presence on the Plane of Abiding is destructive and corrupting. Beyond any problems that they may cause directly, the major danger of demonic creatures is in the link to their home plane; when a portal opens between two planes, the areas around them begin to take on many of the characteristics of that other plane. Should enough power be used, or the portal stay open for too long, the planes begin to merge together and alter the realities and physical laws of both planes, which can be devastating and deadly to inhabitants in both.<ref>[[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]</ref>

	It has been strongly hinted that the source of a [[Necromancer]]'s power is ultimately and inevitably demonic, especially once they delve into the spiritual.

	==Types==

	=== The Hunger ===

	The demon that granted the Devourer [[Lyras]] her power is known by the epithet "The Hunger" due to its perceived wish to consume all matter and energy on the Plane of Abiding and possibly the Spiritual Plane, from the very base to the most refined. Little is known about it beyond the fact that its appearance with Lyras is its third incarnation on this plane, and that its second before this was an entity named [[Entropy's Glory]] that plagued the Moon Mage Guild before it was exorcised. The Hunger supposedly has a true name that [[Edward]] the Exorcist discovered and threatened it with thereby forcing it to temporarily withdraw, implying that its name has some kind of power over it.

	=== Maelshyve ===

	[[Maelshyve]] has alternatively been referred to by PCs and GMPCs alike as a demon and a demigoddess since her awakening at the hands of the [[necromancer]] [[Archrost]]. She is (or was once) so powerful she could not be destroyed, only sealed away for millenia, and she claims the [[Void]] is her domain, which [[Urrem'tier]] usurped.

	Maelshyve has an army of powerful servants at her disposal, which the words 'Maelshyvean' and 'demonic' are interchangeably used to describe.

	* [[Lesser Dusky-Scaled Basilisk\|Basilisk]]
	* [[Maelshyvean Shadow Beast]]
	* [[Maelshyvean Cinder Beast]]
	* [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant\|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]
	* [[Maeldryth]]
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	* [[Entropy's Glory]]
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	* [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant\|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]		* [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant\|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]
	* [[Maeldryth]]		* [[Maeldryth]]
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	* [[Entropy's Glory]]		* [[Entropy's Glory]]
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	* [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant\|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]		* [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant\|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]
	* [[Maeldryth]]		* [[Maeldryth]]
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	==References==
	<references />

	==Also See==
	* [[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]
	* [[Entropy's Glory]]		* [[Entropy's Glory]]
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	Demons are by and large horrifying and malevolent creatures whose very presence on the Plane of Abiding is destructive and corrupting. Beyond any problems that they may cause directly, the major danger of demonic creatures is in the link to their home plane; when a portal opens between two planes, the areas around them begin to take on many of the characteristics of that other plane. Should enough power be used, or the portal stay open for too long, the planes begin to merge together and alter the realities and physical laws of both planes, which can be devastating and deadly to inhabitants in both.<ref>[[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]</ref>		Demons are by and large horrifying and malevolent creatures whose very presence on the Plane of Abiding is destructive and corrupting. Beyond any problems that they may cause directly, the major danger of demonic creatures is in the link to their home plane; when a portal opens between two planes, the areas around them begin to take on many of the characteristics of that other plane. Should enough power be used, or the portal stay open for too long, the planes begin to merge together and alter the realities and physical laws of both planes, which can be devastating and deadly to inhabitants in both.<ref>[[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]</ref>

	It has been strongly hinted that the source of a [[Necromancer]]'s power is ultimately and inevitably demonic.		It has been strongly hinted that the source of a [[Necromancer]]'s power is ultimately and inevitably demonic, especially once they delve into the spiritual.

	==Types==		==Types==

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	==Also See==		==Also See==
	* [[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]		* [[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]
	* [[Denizens of the Plane of Probability (book)]]
	* [[Treatise on the Elements, Volume 2 (book)]]
	* [[Entropy's Glory]]		* [[Entropy's Glory]]
	* [[Abyssal Child]]
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-Whatever its original meaning, the modern day usage of '''demon''' has come to [[page type is::definition|be]] a technical magic term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'
+Modern Elanthian scholars define a '''demon''' as a malevolent entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]].  In the past, many other types of entities have been referred to as "demons," such as creatures of the [[Plane of Probability]], but this is not strictly accurate.
 ==Types==
 [[Maelshyve]] has alternatively been referred to by PCs and GMPCs alike as a demon and a demigoddess since her awakening at the hands of the [[necromancer]] [[Archrost]]. She is (or was once) so powerful she could not be destroyed, only sealed away for millenia, and she claims the [[Void]] is her domain, which [[Urrem'tier]] usurped.
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 * [[Sinister Maelshyvean Hierophant|Maelshyvean Hierophant]]
 * [[Maeldryth]]
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	Whatever its original meaning, the modern day usage of '''demon''' has come to [[page type is::definition\|be]] a technical magic term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'		Whatever its original meaning, the modern day usage of '''demon''' has come to [[page type is::definition\|be]] a technical magic term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'

CARAAMON: updated to mirror current use of the word demon, as well as additional links

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	'''~~Demon~~''' [[page type is::definition\|is]] a ~~catch-all~~ term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding~~]]. Notable exceptions to this are [[Elemental]]s and most of the [[Fae~~]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'		Whatever its original meaning, the modern day usage of '''demon''' has come to [[page type is::definition\|be]] a technical magic term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'

	~~"Demon" is a bastardized term and may or may not accurately portray the nature of these creatures.~~ It is important to note, however, that they are not demons in the Judeo-Christian sense of the term, nor are they even similar to the older Greek creatures.		It is important to note, however, that they are not demons in the Judeo-Christian sense of the term, nor are they even similar to the older Greek creatures.

	While some demons in Elanthia are horrifying, malevolent, or rather sinister in appearance, the vast majority are involved in no moral perversion, nor do they seem to care about mortal affairs in any other way. The term "demon" arose mainly out of player usage, though it has appeared several times in various books.		While some demons in Elanthia are horrifying, malevolent, or rather sinister in appearance, the vast majority are involved in no moral perversion, nor do they seem to care about mortal affairs in any other way. The term "demon" arose mainly out of player usage, though it has appeared several times in various books.

			==The True Danger==
⚫	== Shadow Creatures ==
			Beyond any problems that the creatures might cause directly, the major danger of demonic creatures is any link to their home planes. When a portal opens between two planes, the areas around them begin to take on many of the characteristics of the other plane. Should enough power be used, or the portal stay open too long, it is possible that the planes may become one, sharing aspects of both, and likely being deadly to the inhabitants of both planes.<ref>[[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]</ref>

			==Types==
			===Elementals===
			Elementals take two primary forms, depending on one of several factors. The first is called a natural elemental, in which its form is nearly identical regardless of whether it's on the Plane of Abiding or its original plane. The second is a reconfigured elemental, in which its form has been adapted to better suit the Plane of Abiding.

			* [[Scaly Seodmaor]] (reconfigured Elemental)

		⚫	===Shadow Creatures===
	Creatures made of living shadow substance that naturally dwell in the [[Plane of Probability]] are referred to alternatively as shadow creatures, demons, or spirit creatures either by in-game texts or PCs. Research concerning their nature, strength, number, purpose, and possible usefulness of these creatures is scarce, mainly due to their violent tendencies.		Creatures made of living shadow substance that naturally dwell in the [[Plane of Probability]] are referred to alternatively as shadow creatures, demons, or spirit creatures either by in-game texts or PCs. Research concerning their nature, strength, number, purpose, and possible usefulness of these creatures is scarce, mainly due to their violent tendencies.

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	Unscrupulous [[Moon Mage]]s have, in the past, unleashed demons in urban areas, letting them run loose in an attempt to cause as much destruction as possible. The Eviscerators and Umbramagi are the most recognizable examples, however Shadow Masters, Voidspawn and Tenebraelings have been used in this manner as well.		Unscrupulous [[Moon Mage]]s have, in the past, unleashed demons in urban areas, letting them run loose in an attempt to cause as much destruction as possible. The Eviscerators and Umbramagi are the most recognizable examples, however Shadow Masters, Voidspawn and Tenebraelings have been used in this manner as well.

	== Maelshyvean Creatures ==		===Maelshyvean Creatures===

	[[Maelshyve]] has alternatively been referred to by PCs and GMPCs alike as a demon and a demigoddess since her awakening at the hands of the [[necromancer]] [[Archrost]]. She is (or was once) so powerful she could not be destroyed, only sealed away for millenia, and she claims the [[Void]] is her domain, which [[Urrem'tier]] usurped.		[[Maelshyve]] has alternatively been referred to by PCs and GMPCs alike as a demon and a demigoddess since her awakening at the hands of the [[necromancer]] [[Archrost]]. She is (or was once) so powerful she could not be destroyed, only sealed away for millenia, and she claims the [[Void]] is her domain, which [[Urrem'tier]] usurped.
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	* [[Maeldryth]]		* [[Maeldryth]]

	== Dark Fae ==		===Dark Fae===

			----

	While all Fae are of extraplanar origin, these black-hearted creatures may especially fall under demonic classification because of their inability to do good. Although Dark Fae are primarily defined as the offspring of [[Idon]]'s work, minions of other dark gods, too, have often been called 'demons' and 'Fae' due to their ethereal and otherwordly nature.		While all Fae are of extraplanar origin, these black-hearted creatures may especially fall under demonic classification because of their inability to do good. Although Dark Fae are primarily defined as the offspring of [[Idon]]'s work, minions of other dark gods, too, have often been called 'demons' and 'Fae' due to their ethereal and otherwordly nature.
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	Gremlins are favored pets of [[Zachriedek]], but are rarely seen unless summoned by [[Cleric]]s to do certain menial tasks. The Faenrae family is created by [[Huldah]], while ghasts and banshees are among the many servants of [[Asketi]]. Interestingly, the boggle is the only extant creature of Idonic origin.		Gremlins are favored pets of [[Zachriedek]], but are rarely seen unless summoned by [[Cleric]]s to do certain menial tasks. The Faenrae family is created by [[Huldah]], while ghasts and banshees are among the many servants of [[Asketi]]. Interestingly, the boggle is the only extant creature of Idonic origin.

			==References==
			<references />

			==Also See==
			* [[Post:The Thing Behind Lyras - 4/28/2009 - 12:43:31]]
			* [[Denizens of the Plane of Probability (book)]]
			* [[Treatise on the Elements, Volume 2 (book)]]
			* [[Entropy's Glory]]
			* [[Abyssal Child]]
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CARAAMON: removing the evil connotations of demon

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	'''Demon''' is a catch-all term used to identify any ~~evil or unknown~~ entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. Notable exceptions to this are [[Elemental]]s and most of the [[Fae]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'		'''Demon''' [[page type is::definition\|is]] a catch-all term used to identify any entity from or linked to a plane other than the [[Plane of Abiding]]. Notable exceptions to this are [[Elemental]]s and most of the [[Fae]]. There are several different types of creatures referred to as 'demons.'

	"Demon" is a bastardized term and may or may not accurately portray the nature of these creatures. It is important to note, however, that they are not demons in the Judeo-Christian sense of the term, nor are they even similar to the older Greek creatures.		"Demon" is a bastardized term and may or may not accurately portray the nature of these creatures. It is important to note, however, that they are not demons in the Judeo-Christian sense of the term, nor are they even similar to the older Greek creatures.

	~~Demons~~ in Elanthia are horrifying, ~~often~~ malevolent, ~~and~~ rather sinister in appearance, ~~but~~ the vast majority are involved in no moral perversion, nor do they seem to care about mortal affairs in any other way. The term "demon" arose mainly out of player usage, though it has appeared several times in various books.		While some demons in Elanthia are horrifying, malevolent, or rather sinister in appearance, the vast majority are involved in no moral perversion, nor do they seem to care about mortal affairs in any other way. The term "demon" arose mainly out of player usage, though it has appeared several times in various books.

	== Shadow Creatures ==		== Shadow Creatures ==
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	Gremlins are favored pets of [[Zachriedek]], but are rarely seen unless summoned by [[Cleric]]s to do certain menial tasks. The Faenrae family is created by [[Huldah]], while ghasts and banshees are among the many servants of [[Asketi]]. Interestingly, the boggle is the only extant creature of Idonic origin.		Gremlins are favored pets of [[Zachriedek]], but are rarely seen unless summoned by [[Cleric]]s to do certain menial tasks. The Faenrae family is created by [[Huldah]], while ghasts and banshees are among the many servants of [[Asketi]]. Interestingly, the boggle is the only extant creature of Idonic origin.

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