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[noctuagoetia]

Sender: Stolas of Ars Goetia
To: Everyone
Subject: Inquiry


It would appear that my stay here is a bit more... 'long term' than what I previously had thought. Not that I don't mind a little vacation from my usual day-to-day. However, there has been some recent developments back home that need my attention. Unfortunately for me, I don't think I'll be returning back anytime soon. Seems like introductions are in order. Usually it is frown upon to reveal myself to those of the mortal world but I don't see the harm since if I am to be stranded here. My name is Stolas of Ars Goetia. Pleasure to meet you all.

As the case may be, I would like to get to know about this quaint little town. Primarily my interest lies in how the magic of this place is conducted. I don't mean this... 'dreamotion' the adorable little tapirs explained upon my arrival. I have experimented with it a little already. Seems fairly straight forward. They are reminiscent of how my own abilities work, just with a little... emotional flare? Hmm, its hard to explain... What was my question? Oh yes! I want to know if anyone has looked into the root of the source. The how and why people are brought here. I know a thing or two about portaling spells that links realms but whatever brought me here seems more potent. More powerful. It has turned my grimoire into a decorative paperweight. It would be fascinating if the implications weren't so GRIM. Ha! Sorry, bit of book humor.

Speaking of books... Is there a library I could visit to read up on any local lore? As I stated earlier, I have only just arrived and still finding my way around.

Comments

[herewardbound]

The Ars Goetia? As in the 17th-century text describing the various nobilities in Hell?

Either your parents were very strange, or that's the most interesting possible introduction I've seen around here. Though I suppose you could just as easily be a lunatic or idiot. Going into my third month here, either could be equally plausible.

There's actually two libraries I'm aware of- the Tree of Stories has one, and the Wikki Archives, though the latter is maintained by visitors, I think, so the value of the information... varies.

[noctuagoetia]

Has it really been that long? I always forget earth years pass differently than here in Hell. I suppose I am THE Ars Goetia as my name states.

Though depending on who you ask, I have been called both before. Though I'm more of an owl than a loon.

Two libraries, you say? I will have to check them out myself. Isn't that always the case when you read anything? Question the author's intention and reason for writing? All books hold value.

[herewardbound]

Hah. Loon.

I disagree. There's one or two I've read that I've ended up thinking afterward that weren't worth the paper they were printed on. They're usually autobiographies, or else have titles like 'Ten Rules for Living' or 'Make a Billion Yen in Six Easy Steps'.

But I do see what you're getting at.

[noctuagoetia]

Those do sound.... informative.... I'm sure they hold value for someone else. You also have to consider the audience.

Why did you bother reading them if the subject matter wasn't something you're interested in? Are you struggling for a reason to live or need of money? Should I be concerned?

[herewardbound]

WHY IS EVERYONE ASKING THAT

I was trying to learn more about the authors. Mostly what I ended up learning was how to con gullible people out of their money by writing self-help books.

... Though I do concede the point, I suppose that at least was somewhat informative.

[noctuagoetia]

[Cause you be reading book about not wanting to die and need money. How are those not red flags?]

See? It wasn't a wasted effort! All books have value, no matter how trivial. Even if its just to find out the work is dreadful.

Why were you trying to get information on these people? You couldn't just talk to them?

[herewardbound]

Well, that was a loaded question. And not one he was going to answer truthfully, whether a self-admitted demon would judge him for it or not.

They were business associates of my

Whether he intended it or not, there was a pause of several seconds before the next word appeared.

father's. He thought it would be a good idea to get to know them better, and they were deeply unpleasant people to talk to.

[noctuagoetia]

[Shitty Fathers. Wasn't that a mood?]

I see.... I know a thing or two about difficult fathers and the expectations they put upon their sons. I understand why you looked for a different means to 'get to know' your father's cohorts. If only I had an out like that. I prefer the company of books over rubbing elbows at pointless social gatherings.

[herewardbound]

Admittedly, Shido had wanted him to 'get to know them better' for the purposes of assassination, but. He wasn't about to put that in writing.

To be honest, the social aspect never bothered me nearly as much as the constant, constant faking it.

Having to smile and bow and play nice for people who do not give. A single shit about me and would, completely indifferently, feed me through a wood chipper if they'd make any money on it.

[noctuagoetia]

[Big. Fucking. Mood.]

Preaching to the choir. I know what its like to put on an act your whole life. Gets rather tiresome after awhile. I'm so... exhausted.

One good thing about being kidnapped to another realm is not having to worry about putting on a show?

[herewardbound]

There is that, I suppose.

Though now curiosity beckons, and I find myself wanting to ask:

What, exactly, is the fucking point of Hell if, given what you're describing, it sounds like it's the same shit as the 'living' world with a red coat of paint?

[noctuagoetia]

I suppose 'its purpose' would be different to you than it would be to myself. To me Hell is my home, I was born here. This is my land of the 'living'. Just because its location, why wouldn't it share some similarities of that of the mortal realm?

Pride does enjoy its red coded theme, however the other Rings are quite colorful. Not that you would get to see them for yourself if you ever find yourself down here.

[herewardbound]

Given experiences here, I'm inclined to think we're from different worlds entirely.

But if not, given the circumstances I think that's a question of 'when', not 'if', unfortunately.

[noctuagoetia]

Oh? Have a tainted soul, do you? Honestly, I think its for the best. Angels are a bunch of righteous pricks. While I can't speak from personal experience, but I hear the Pride Ring isn't so bad. My darling Bli

From what you've told me about your home, Pride would be like one of your human cities. Just more... sinners and annual purges.

[herewardbound]

Annual purges.