Shaadiv

The mythos of the demon world Shaadiv is presently entwined with the chronicle of Shaadiv himself. He is believed to be the Beginning of demon-kind. It is common knowledge that he can take many forms, male or female, corporeal and non-corporeal. Demon history alludes to numerous enigmatic appearances of Shaadiv. None of which can be established definitively. However, there is a long-standing debate on his true origins as well as his genuine appearances. Each demon tribe has a philosophy, which ultimately favors their respective bloodlines.

A commonly spoken prophecy states that Shaadiv left spawn of his blood during the formation of The Dark Storm*. Many affluent demons’ claim this bloodline, but there is little known by the common populous on how to confirm this. The prophecy indicates that Shaadiv’s children are blessed with his innate powers, that of Chaos, an integral part of the Balance. Their arrival and inevitable unveiling are to signify an illustrious and revolutionary shift in the cosmos. Many speculate on what that change will be. Some historical scholars feel the Balance will shift and Chaos will usurp Order or vice versa. It depends on whom you talk to. The demon hierarchy is full of those who claim the Shaadiv bloodline. Eristock Ghendri, Lord of Havoc, former General to the Dark Horde and Queen Hahtra Bhevya of Sebalia are two powerful demons attempting to secure the authenticity of their bloodline.

The Dark Lord Ruzabel, also known as the Sanguine Emperor or Blood King, a powerful and truly primeval Kontagion, is one of the last known and confirmed possessor of the Shaadiv bloodline. Ruzabel currently reigns over the demon realm from his figurative ‘Shadow Throne’ in the depths of Hell’s Labyrinth. Ruzabel is the demon responsible for the negotiations with the Elundri Gods Maetean and Haertoh in bringing about the truce of which concluded a bloody war between the realm of Yetra and Shaadiv.

*The Dark Storm is the collective entity that makes up the amassed souls of the damned. It is the energy that powers the Chaos with in the known universe. Many elder demons seek to merge with The Storm in hopes their souls will transcend to a god-like status and ceaselessly serve Shaadiv for all eternity. Ruzabel currently oversees these transitions. Very few meet the demon Lords impossible standards. There are a few demons that devote their entire lives to reaching this goal. One Pleasure Gorgon of note is the creature Vha’dra. Vha’dra has lived much of his life in direct service to Dark Lord Ruzabel. He often acts as the eyes and ears of the Shadow Throne. He is simultaneously revered and despised by all demon kind and his ties to the Shadow Throne make him an undeniable asset to certain demon nobility Havoc demon and gorgon alike! Nehra encounters this ancient gorgon as a juvenile. The encounter most certainly indicates a significant foreshadowed event in Nehra’s destiny.

Pleasure Gorgons Lust, greed, vanity: All these things describe the nature of the Pleasure Gorgon tribe. These specialized demons have the power to cause instantaneous bliss with a single touch. They covet all that is material and are the apogee of self-worship. Lesser pleasure gorgons are common among the ancient forests of the mortal world, Trugan, and the remote corners of the upper realm, Yetra. The majority of these lesser gorgons are harmless and generally stick to causing mischief. The Greater pleasure gorgon, however, is much deadlier in design. These beguiling creatures possess a devastating physical assault. A single touch can deliver such a mind numbing surge of ecstasy that can stop mortal hearts or cause a permanent state of delirium. It is a common gift, but only the most diligent gorgon can harness the heightened level of focus to actually slay their victims. During combat the pleasure gorgon is a truly difficult foe. Physical attack is virtually impossible and such a gorgon can easily heal minor wounds rapidly. Only the divine Elan warriors of Yetra have battled warrior class gorgons. Fewer still have lived to tell their tale.

Hahtra Bhevya ~ Ruler of the gorgon demesne; Sebalia. Queen of the Pleasure Gorgon tribe. A powerful and terrible ruler, she quickly lost favor among her kind for her particularly cruel, perverse behavior towards her subjects. Hahtra disbanded the warrior sect and made a inexcusable treaty with a bordering Havoc Demon Clan; to patrol Sebalia's borders. In return, the flesh eating beasts could feast upon her scraps and live among the fertile lands of gorgon kind. She then forced neighboring allies out of Sebalia, slaughtered the defiant and buried centuries of gorgon history beneath the rubble of her machinations. There were those among gorgon nobility who initially defied her bizarre sort of rule. They were dealt with by deadly force. Over the centuries Hahtra's taste for the young gorgon children of her subjects rose considerably. Hahtra made a habit of plucking newborns from powerless unsuspecting tribes and adding them to her vast harem. Many children were never seen again. Not surprisingly one of those very children caste this abhorrent sovereign from her beloved throne ending her brutal reign. His name? Nehrashti....

Lord Nehrashti Shrivastava (Nehra) Nehra became one of Hahtra's favored pets at an early age. Hahtra seduced him, psychologically tortured him; molesting his mind and body. Over countless decades she broke him and molded Nehra in to an subservient concubine. However, fate would have it that there was much more in store for Nehrashti Shrivastava. Nehrashti survived his unpleasant youth. As an adult this crafty young gorgon matched the Queen's insatiable desires and placated the gorgoness in to submission. Nehra gathered his wits and a cast of unlikely allies and took control of the gorgon tribes.

He ousted the loathsome havoc demons from Sebalia and eventually augmented the weakening influence of the gorgon realm. First impressions of the gorgon king are that of a mischievous seductor. One can easily forget the true power that lies behind his dashing smile. When Nehra is not cavorting with in his extensive harem, attending his sizable court or throwing a massive soirée, you'll probably find him with in the affectionate embrace of his lover and dear companion - Dremma.

Technical Difficulties be damned!

Dremma Devghan Once a nameless face among Hahtra's extensive harem, Dremma found himself to be smitten by young Nehra. Sharing in the horrors of Hahtra's tyranny drew them close to one another and they soon became inseparable. When Nehra ascended to the gorgon throne Dremma became Nehra's trusted advisor. Dremma often acts a Nehra's voice of reason - there are times when Nehra forgets himself. ^_^ Dremma is not a gorgon, however he is a indigenous species of Shaadiv. All is explained in the story Shrivastava. The colored image of Dremma is dated - Dremma no longer has horns or those odd hands. So please excuse the anomalies.

More Gorgons

Elu is someone from Nehra's past. He has a pivotal role during Nehra's ascendance

to power.

Lord Eristock Ghendri

He is the ruler of the tribes of Havoc. Hungering for the slaughter of battle, Eristock embarks on a campaign of terror in hopes to usurp the Balance. He manages to conjure a fragment of Dark Magic, a deadly spell that gives him the power to control the mind and soul of any being he sets it upon. This affliction is simply labeled: The Curse. To call him evil would be an understatement.

More Havoc Demons

Kontagion /kän-tag-yon/ The oldest most illusive and terribly powerful demon tribe, the Contagion. Holding no physical form, these beings appear to be massive dancing clouds of shadow. They possess the highest concentration of Dark Magic that any demon serving the Dark Lord can have. When the Three realms were as one the Contagion ruled all. When the three realms came to be and all demon's were caste to the lower realm, The Dark Lord Ruzabel, strongest of the Kontagion, took control of the newly created Shaadiv. Unknown to all, more importantly the tribes enemies, the Kontagion are slowly dieing off. The Dark Lord grows old. Perhaps he awaits his demise...or could it be his rebirth?

Torynt

This youngling of his race becomes a pawn in Eristock's quest for war. Despite Torynt's youth, this Kontagion still poses a great threat to all.