Baalzebul (Dungeons & Dragons)
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In many campaign settings for the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game, Baalzebul is an Arch-Devil of Hell (Baator in later editions of the game), also called the "Lord of the Flies."
Baalzebul is lord of Maladomini, the Seventh Plane of Hell.
Description
Prior to the Reckoning of Hell, Baalzebul took on the appearance of a tall, dark-skinned humanoid with compound eyes resembling a fly. However, as a result of his role in the Reckoning, Asmodeus transformed Baalzebul, who now appears as a giant slug-like creature.History
Baalzebul was originally an archon named Triel who succumbed to the temptation of power and ambition.Once second only to Asmodeus, Baalzebul once also ruled not only the Fifth Plane of Hell, but also the Sixth, through his Viceroy Moloch, though he lost this claim when Moloch was deposed by the Hag Countess.
Vassals
The following beings are among the most notable subjects of Baalzebul. The forces at their disposal are listed, where appropriate:
- Abigor - 60 companies of cornugons (DR76)
- Baftis - Consort to Baalzebul (DR76)
- Barbatos - Marshall (DR76)
- Neabaz - Herald (DR76)
- Zepar - 28 companies of cornugons (DR76)
Creative origins
Ballzebul is based on the Beelzebub of mythology and demonology.References
- Gygax, Gary. Monster Manual (TSR, 1977).
- Greenwood, Ed. "The Nine Hells Part II." ''Dragon #76 (TSR, 1983).
- Pramas, Chris. Guide to Hell (TSR, 1999).
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