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Asmodeus is known as Ashema to the Phoenics. | Asmodeus is known as '''Ashema''' to the Phoenics. | ||
Asmodeus is often referred to by the metonyms ''Malsheem'' and ''Nessus'' by devils, out of fear of saying his name. A common superstition in Baator is that saying his name invites his attention. Legends speak of Asmodeus's darker, truer names, which invite not merely his attention but his wrath. | Asmodeus is often referred to by the metonyms ''Malsheem'' and ''Nessus'' by devils, out of fear of saying his name. A common superstition in Baator is that saying his name invites his attention. Legends speak of Asmodeus's darker, truer names, which invite not merely his attention but his wrath. | ||
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| Asmodeus | |
| Titles and aliases | Overlord of the Nine Hells Lord of Nessus Lord of Malsheem Malsheem Nessus Lord of the Ninth Lord of the Nine Lord of All the Nine Ashema |
| Alignment | Lawful Evil |
Asmodeus (AZ-moh-DAY-iss) is the Overlord of the Nine Hells of Baator, the Lord of Nessus, and the Lord of Malsheem. Variously described as a devil, a god, and a dark angel, all agree he is one of the greatest forces of evil in the multiverse.
Names
Asmodeus is known as Ashema to the Phoenics.
Asmodeus is often referred to by the metonyms Malsheem and Nessus by devils, out of fear of saying his name. A common superstition in Baator is that saying his name invites his attention. Legends speak of Asmodeus's darker, truer names, which invite not merely his attention but his wrath.