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King Baal of the Ars Goetia
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"Could have fooled me by how Andrealphus went on, instead of sticking to the facts of the trial." But no, the peacock had to go and make a nonsensical show out of something that should have been clear cut and dry.
"And you think that is enough to keep him in line? I know of a few who are discontented with Andrealphus's power grab, and who is to say he won't try and find a way to cement his newfound gains? Do you truly believe he will simply hand over power to Octavia when she comes of age, as per the agreement with Satan? And when Stolas's banishment is done and he returns to the flock, will Andrealphus be all too willing to hand things over? Ideally it should go to Octavia before Stolas returns, but I would not count on that. Not to mention how gleeful and smug he was when Stolas's punishment was handed down.
Forgive my disbelief, but I fear that Andrealphus is not to be trusted not to climb even higher, or find ways to circumvent Satan's decree to serve his own means." While Andrealphus would obey to a point, Vassago had his suspicions based on Andrealphus's actions in the courtroom, and of what he personally knew about the peacock. If Baal and the others were content to believe that Satan and their laws were enough to keep him in line, then they were free to cling to such a hope. Vassago, however, would be keeping a careful eye.
"Unfortunately he was given immunity, despite his attempts at having tried to assassinate a royal, which should have been met with death. However, I will be looking into that particular matter myself." While it was clear that nothing could be done about Stolas, for he was truly in the wrong and needed to be brought back into line, there were other matters of the case that something could be done about.
Baal let out a tired sigh. They were going in circles. The black mist thickened, further isolating the two of them from their surroundings and rendering everything entirely dark safe for their lanterns as the only illumination.
"Don't worry about the imp. Immunity won't save him from a knife in the back that could be any old bar in Wrath gone wrong. Tch, it's probably about time the rabble be reminded they exist because we allow them to anyway."
Baal leaned forward with increasing impatience. "Alright, let's pretend this all happens exactly the way you say it does. Andrealphus spends time entrenchin' himself in Stolas's seat and plots to keep it for himself. What happens next? As a start, Satan has his judgement undermined and if ya think he'll suffer that, you don't know the man. Second, the whole court knows that he can't be trusted to keep his end of deals and all of those dry up real quick. Unless he's workin' to keep a faction behind the scenes, which so far he hasn't, this is only goin' to ruin him."
Baal keeps all six of his eyes trained straight on Vassago, commanding direct attention more than he had before. "But if this bothers you so much, then take the steps to undermine him yourself. Make sure at every turn he's reminded that his power is temporary and that he's acting as a steward for his teenage niece who is really the one in charge until her father returns. Treat it like it's the most obvious thing in the world and that he'd be a damn fool to disagree. Prince Regent, Lord Steward, Acting Official... He wants to replace his title so badly, give him what he asks for and make him regret it."
Politics was always about optics. Authority didn't matter if no one obeyed it, and a ruler couldn't cement that power without respect from anyone. Vassago would need to learn the play the game and not just constantly demand the truth be plain. Hopefully this would be his lesson.
"Of course..." Smoke swirls between them into a frozen facsimile of the Marquis, looking smug and triumphant as he always did.
With a swing of Baal's lantern pole the image immolates into nothing- consigned to his arcane flame. "There's other ways to deal with a disobedient vassal if it comes to it."
Forneas gave a deep sigh. Yes, each royal was set in their ways. And yet somehow, for the sake of research and the betterment of his mind, Forneas had to constantly find new ways to make it work.
"Very well...."
It was why he was called upon after all.
He returned to studying the papers, not minding being observed. Many people attempted to understand how his mind worked, but the truth was that it simply couldn't be stopped. He needed study, needed scholarly pursuits, or he felt like his brain was turning to rust. Scouring the records with focused patience, until he found something of use.
"Your Majesty -" He stood up. A master alchemist's journal, written in old French. "- we might have something -"
He produced a translation in English, describing what he'd found. "It appears there was a slip of the code here.... he's used calcium oxide to stabilize the mixture in order to adjust ingredients without the Greek Fire lighting prematurely."
In basic terms: chalk.
Baal laughs.
"Well ain't that somethin'. We're gettin' places." He gives Forneas a hearty slap on the back, probably with more force than the old scholar was used to, and starts murmering to himself. "The purity percentage and fineness is going to matter, I bet. Probably not the magnesium variant... Liquid? Eh, we're still only partly there."
"I still need ta verify the rest of the ingredients. I've got a handful of mixtures but this at least might solve the burnin' problem. Who knows? I might turn this into a fun project with the grandkids if it's safe enough." As if showing just what that might mean to an ancient chemist and warmonger, dozens upon dozens of various tiny beak-shaped gas masks could be seen hanging from a nearby room- all with names and decorations on them save one bare hook.
Coronis did not run, but she walked a hasty pace towards the throne room. She had not awoken as soon as she'd thought, and getting dressed took time. It was very elegant clothes she was wearing, befitting the soon-to-be Queen of Baal, but gee expression was still nervous and colorless.
"Excuse me everyone."
She curtsied before the assembly, taking her position in the second throne. Trying very hard to avoid Baals disapproving eye. "I apologize for making you wait." She said, though her voice was still a bit high and thready. "Thank you for coming."
Her fingers laid in her lap, buried in the folds of her skirt, but they were fidgeting, scratching with anxious energy.
If only tomorrow could be sealed away for all of time -
Baal's expression didn't change, even as he tossed Coronis the barest of disappointed looks before drifting over to his bride, gliding like a cloud before reforming next to her and putting his long bony talon on her shoulder. "Your new Queen, Coronis: one of Marquis Andrealphus's sisters, for the handful of you who didn't pay attention. I see you with the puzzled looks." He threw a pointed look around that got a small handful of chuckles from those willing to have a laugh at their peers' expense.
"Now, come on now. Don't be too shy. Introduce yourselves right and proper now." He says with a beckoning motion to the assembling crowd.
While he waited for the nobles to handle themselves, Baal whispered to Coronis. It was half a hiss and half a question. "Is this gonna be normal? Do ya show up late to everythin' or do we gotta get you up earlier to prepare?"
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"Huh, and here I thought the only tech available in Hell was the Voxtech brand." The thought of there being something better made his eyes light up in anticipation. He couldn't wait to see what was available, and to take it apart piece by piece to see how it worked and how it could be modified to suit his purposes.
"So aside from tech, what else is available to the Ars Goetia?" he asked, looking first to Elizabeth and then to Baal. "Is there anything else I should know about? I know father has the finest of clothing and fabrics, but I wonder what else is there, and if it is locked behind rank."
Baal just laughed. "Everythin' boy, everythin'! We've got the best Hell has to offer. Course I suspect your mother didn't have as much access to some'o this. Let me show you what bein' in the presence of real royalty is like, eh?"
Elizabeth's eyes seem to lit up. "Oh! Can we go to the Vanity Mall? That'll be perfect!" She turned to Yuki with an excited look. "You'll love it. It's got all the best stuff! I got this coat there!" She says, holding out her sleeve to show off the Japanese-style coat she was placed in, obviously designed to appeal to her companion's tastes."
So it looks like it's an overwhelming majority opinion that merging into a multimuse will be useful, but I should keep this blog's name. I was already considering this but I think this'll give me the extra push. I don't know when I'll actually do this but I'll mostly just be creating new pages for Phel, Gusion, Athena, and Baal and maybe a new muse or two.
Threads will be continued here once I do the merger. Don't worry about losing anything. Old blogs will remain as an archive.
I will need to source a new icon and banner, I think, as well as redo my promo.
I'll happily take suggestions on how to proceed! No ETA yet but this is likely to happen.
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Blog Consolidation?
I've been considering this for a bit but what do you all think?
What should I do with my blogs? (keeperofquestions/keeperofanswers/smokebaal)
Consolidate them into a multimuse (Keep keeperofquestions as the name)
Consolidate into a multi with a new name
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"Y'know, you're right, Baal. Can't let myself rot in the past." Astaroth finished off his wine and took a deep breath. "Besides, I knew Azurine better than anyone; she wouldn't want me to just lose the will to go on after her death. No, that would be disrespecting her memory."
For the first time in the evening, a small smile appeared on Astaroth's beak. "This has been... helpful, Baal. I don't think I'll be taking another wife soon, if ever, but I'm not going to let this drag me down. I'm a Great Duke of Hell, I've got riches beyond most mortals' imagination, five wonderful children, I've plenty to live for."
Finally.
Baal reached out and gave the back of the taller man a hearty clap. Between Baal's hunch and bulky frame he was still larger than Astaroth, but definitely not taller. Thankfully he could still reach his shoulder fine. "Good on ya, old boy. Now stop sulkin' against a damn wall and let's actually join the party, eh?"
He gives Astaroth a gentle shove, trying to coax him out from the sidelines. "Talk about those kids of yours if you're hung up for topics. Satan knows you're a proud father. But I ain't gonna have you sittin' in the back all night."
Blog Consolidation?
I've been considering this for a bit but what do you all think?
What should I do with my blogs? (keeperofquestions/keeperofanswers/smokebaal)
Consolidate them into a multimuse (Keep keeperofquestions as the name)
Consolidate into a multi with a new name
Keep things as they are
Skye's Button
💐 - What small things go a long way for your muse? What small favors can someone do to get on their good side?
💗 - How long does it take your muse to fall in love?
Let's talk about romance! Muse questions
Baal likes it when someone can take initiative and solve a problem he didn't know about yet. If you're self-sufficient and competent, that gets his attention quickly.
Baal is hard to get to actually fall in love. Not only is his marriage practice largely utilitarian, but he never fully got over a lost love from Heaven and it has soured him on full romance. He enjoys his flings but feels that he's well past the age of caring about romance.
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💗 - How long does it take your muse to fall in love?
💐 - What small things go a long way for your muse? What small favors can someone do to get on their good side?
💝 - What's their love language?
🍨 - What are expectations your muse has had about love that either was false or impossible to live up to?
💘 - What traits personality-wise are attractive to your muse?
🍓 - Do dates matter to them? Do they often put a big focus on anniversaries, partners birthdays, Valentines day etc?
🌸 - What's their idea of a perfect date?
💖 - What traits does your muse find physically attractive?
❤ - What's something you feel like your muse needs to work on for a relationship to happen or for a relationship to be healthy? Do you think that's possible? Or is it something that'll likely never happen?
💞 - Would your muse ever be opened to a polyamorous or open relationship?
❣ - Are they secretive about their romantic relationships or do they not stop talking about it?
🌹 - If asked to define love what would your muse say?
🎀 - Do they aim to impress their partner often? If they do, how so?
💓 - What are some signs your muse has fallen for someone?
🌵 - How toxic would a relationship be with your muse? Would it be able to be fixed?
💔 - Their first heartbreak?
🌺 - Would they be willing to change any part of them for a partner? If not how far would they be willing to go
💮 - Is your muse the possessive or super jealous type?
💟 - Was there ever a time when they had fallen out of love? What was their reaction to it? How did they handle it?
🥰 - Is your muse good at telling when others have feelings for them?
💌 - How would they confess to their love interest? Would they wait on a confession?
🖤 - What's something that will instantly make them dismiss someone as a romantic partner
🌷 - Are they ever been scared/are scared to fall in love?
💄 - Is there a past relationship your muse wishes they could have changed?
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"Oh, shit, that's all? Why didn't ya say so in the first place? Yeah, I can draft that up before dinner. Just give me a photo and a name and it'll work its way down the proper chain. Come on, man, lead with the important part next time. Go get yourself a good drink; I've got it from here."
" We can just get one together. A goetia King ain't got no business doin much but send a text off. You in the mood for scotch or tequila?"
"I'm thinkin' scotch. Come on we can check my good cellar."
