Demons: Known and Rumored

Written by the meticulous Brunn archivist Halrik Drelthorn, Demons: Known and Rumored is an almanac that catalogues creatures of the void in painstaking detail. The book, bound in black leather with bright red lettering, is mostly a scholarly resource but also a warning of the dangers that lurk beyond the material plane. Within its pages are descriptions of demons both confirmed and suspected, drawn from firsthand accounts, ancient texts, but also whispered legends and myths.

Summary

Each entry provides a comprehensive look at a specific demon, including its appearance, known abilities, and any observed weaknesses. Some entries delve deeper, offering insights into the creature’s apparent motives or interests, whether it be hoarding rare artifacts, feasting on mortal fear, or spreading chaos for its own amusement. Detailed sketches, often unsettling in their accuracy, sometimes comically odd, accompany many entries.   Drelthorn’s tone is practical and direct, aimed at preparing the reader rather than frightening them, though his warnings are clear. The almanac also explores the mysteries of certain demons only hinted at in ancient writings, acknowledging that much of the void’s horrors remain unknown. In the closing notes, Drelthorn mentions methods of resistance, warding sigils, protective rituals, and weapons that may aid in the fight against creatures from the void.