Sulphureus: The Demon of Lingering Stench
Sulphureus, whose name itself evokes the acrid scent of burning brimstone, is a lesser demon of the infernal realm. Unlike his brethren who revel in the fiery grandeur of hell, Sulphureus embodies the decay and corruption that fester in the shadows.
Origins
Born from the ashes of a world consumed by a cataclysmic volcanic eruption, Sulphureus inherited the lingering stench of sulfur and the suffocating atmosphere of that forgotten world. He serves as a herald of destruction, leaving behind a noxious trail wherever he treads.
Bloodline
Although Sulphureus lacks a prominent lineage, he is considered a descendant of the Great Eaters, a demonic order responsible for consuming entire worlds. His particular brand of destruction focuses on the lingering aftermath, the suffocating decay that lingers long after the initial devastation.
Power
Sulphureus’s power lies in the manipulation of noxious fumes, transforming them into suffocating clouds and corrosive gas. He can taint the air with his essence, causing nausea, sickness, and even death.
Notable Events
- The Fall of Aethra: Legend speaks of the once vibrant city of Aethra, choked to death by Sulphureus’s noxious fumes. Its citizens succumbed to sickness and decay, their bodies twisted and mutated by the lingering stench.
- The Shadow of the Black Sun: During a solar eclipse, Sulphureus unleashed a torrent of corrosive gas that scorched the earth and poisoned the skies. It was said that the sun never truly shone bright again, forever veiled by the stench of sulfur.
Sulphureus, the Demon of Lingering Stench, is a constant reminder that even after the flames die down, destruction can leave an indelible mark. He is a symbol of the insidious decay that follows in the wake of devastation.