The Leisures of Desire
When Hedon first formed, it was with a massive secession. Powers from every existing Banner left and joined this new powerhouse. The resulting universal power vacuum gave The Apple of Hedonism a chance to secure it's power and economy.
Desire needed to form a stable government and she did so by granting the most powerful amongst her ranks the title of "Prince." These princes skills were put to work on one certain area of government. With the strongest minds and bodies in fitting positions of power, Hedon solidified as a Banner in weeks.
A Prince's position is always at risk, if someone betters them then they are replaced by whomever beat them. This causes the Princes to constantly strive to maintain their power and improve, lest they grow lazy and find themselves ousted or killed.
Many Princes such as Bel-Shaz'zr have retained their position since the beginning of the Banner, being so powerful that it almost seems impossible to overthrow them. Desire constantly seeks to force challenges to these long-standing princes, believing that if they are not challenged, then they will in turn challenge her.
The Pilgrimages
It is a popular legend among the mythos of Hedon that there's only one entrance into Malebolge for an intimate meeting with Desire itself—a door locked by seven seals. Each of these seals can only be gained by doing something for the Princes of Desire, or for their courts.
These Seals are medallions fashioned after each of the Princes—metal coins inscribed with their insignia. The process behind being bestowed with these seals varies.
| Pronoun | Name | Sophont | Leisure | Banner(s) | Role(s) | Medallion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord | Bel-Shaz'zr | Shejlt-Rajh | Glory | Banner | Gatekeeper for leaving and entering the upper echelons of Hedon's secret forces. | Centipedes, Thorns, the Sun |
| Lux | Voracious | Changing | Savorition | Banner | Propaganda | A throne, |
| Lord | Saul | Luea | Prosperity | Syndicate & Federation | Maintain Hedon Wealth | Symbols |
| Lux | Selukhaan | Chea | Justice | Federation | Enforce Consenti | Symbols |
| Lux | Name | Unknown | Intimacy | Banner | Maintain Consenti Law | Teeth, Ropes |
| Lady | Unchea | Faecha | Relaxation | Syndicate | Spymaster | Blindfolds, Sleep, Water, Stillness, Reserved Action |
| Lady | Akrasiel | IreHeart | Ambition | Somnacy | Role | Seven Wings, Halo, |
Pirate Radio
Balance of Pride and Humility
Pirate Radio
A star in the night, always pointing home. Bel-Shazzr's
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Once an incredibly esteemed knight of the Pact, Bel-Shazzr became disillusioned of its ways and drawn into the promise of power and glory of Hedon. He rose quickly within its ranks, and now is the leader of the Arena, where adventurers seek the glory of overcoming his challenges.
Bel's signature is his gleaming golden spear, which can break up into sections to become an incredibly long and controllable chain whip.
Description
Purpose
Seal
Seal Idea: A sun surrounded by a wreath of chain-whip or the segmented body of a centipede. Perhaps with the spear head involved as well.
A Name to Speak
Idolatry/Faith
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Once created to serve as the perfect , Akrasiel fell in love with Desire and the certainty of xer message, and through her love of Desire fell in love with xer beliefs. This Renatus
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Purpose
Seal
Seven Wings, Halo
--Cauldron of Chemicals
Balance of Gluttony and Sobriety
A rotating position entrusted to those members of Hedon with a particularly convincing voice. They are rarely well-known, and tend to not last for more than a few months at a time before relinquishing their title. Nobody knows where previous Voarciouses go, but it is assumed they are welcome into Malebolge.
Voracious has the role of propaganda, and gives sermons intended to entice new members during pornographic displays of them indulging themselves in their acolytes.
Voracious signature is the throne they all share: a giant, living throne that takes the form of an open mouth with the tongue as the seat.
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Description
Duty
Domain
Seal
Seal Idea: The Throne with the tongue extended down, surrounded by a wreath of eyes and hands.
The Shadow Broker
Balance of Greed and Charity
A shadowy figure never seen by the public eye, the only confirmation that Saul is not a fabrication is the existence of his seal and the murmur of a name. Saul is said to be the shadow broker of Hedon, managing its expenses and the movement of contraband across Ethnis.
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Description
Duty
Domain
Seal
Seal Idea: Scales balancing coins and apples.
Enforcer of Consenti
Wrath and Mercy
The sword of a forgotten tyrant given new flesh and purpose, the right to command instead of obey. It is xer long life which has given them an ancient wisdom of justice and many regrets to fuel their mercy.
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Description
Duty
Domain
Seal
Writer of Consenti
Lust and Chastity
A creature which has long ago forsaken the limits of physical form to become a
Creator and adjudicator of Consenti, the rules of Hedon Law.
Seal Idea: Chasta is big on ropes, blindfolds, and bindings.
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Description
Duty
Domain
Seal
The Forecast
Sloth and Action
Lady Unchea sleeps .
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