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Bramford

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    S T A T S
    		 ➣P H Y S I C A L▪ Regardless of the form he takes his being empowers the chosen vessel fortifying their physical strength, speed, durability and providing regeneration as well as providing resistances to many elemental magics including an outright immunity to fire, a strong resistance to cold, acids, poisons and to a lesser degree lightning due to his experience with the latter. Repeated harm on a particular vessel can render it unusable, as the chosen form is still at it's base it's former self. ➣ M A G I C▪ His magical prowess is as expected of a venerable patron of mages across nearly all schools of magic. The elements are his to use as well as the powers of positive, holy magic and negative, unholy magic as well as various projections of light and shadow. Despite his command over the elements, some of which he prefers more than others, he often resorts to using summons, illusions and other powers of the mind rather than outright showing his direct might in combat.

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    		➣K N O W L E D G E▪ Age and wisdom garnered over an incalculable amount years (roughly on and off since 2004 on various alts and mediums) has provided him with much in the ways of knowledge. Whether this knowledge was from those he granted boons to in exchange for their discoveries or his own research he possesses a rich, diverse catalogue built over the years. Many supernatural interactions are known whether it be as simple as weaknesses and strengths for fantasy species or the specialties of particular groups or families. How the elements interact, alchemy and a variety of other powers work are his domain and he grants tidbits of this knowledge to others for a price. ➣A R T I F A C T S▪ Many artifacts have been created by him over the years for use by his devotees and those who have slain the aforementioned devotees. His items range from unique to seemingly ordinary enough to be disguised as simple magical items without a hint to who created them. His own personal repertoire is used at times, but not always carried on him. His personal items are of enhanced magical nature such as clothing, jewelry and personal weapons such as melee weapons and other objects to focus his magic. Many of his usual artifacts are designed to both easily summon and empower his summons as he sticks out of the fray, usually out of immediate view so he can observe from a distance. Of particular note is a fire opal gemstone sunken into his clavicle and often hidden with his chosen garb to mask it's lively appearance. Other artifacts include gaudy signet rings and necklaces fit for royalty to aid in his esoteric endeavors.

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    		➣S K I L L S ▪ He is a creature of many skills as one might expect from one as old as him. His specializations are a product of his contracted boons he has granted over the years to many a warlock, who in turn he acquired their knowledge and powers while sharing his to begin their journey. He is a master enchanter and the author of many magical tomes. His spells are gifted to those who let him into their soul and he reaps the knowledge these long-lived mystical users gather over their lives. He is adept at many other skills such as armor and weapon forging as well, but they pale in comparison to his magical creations. ➣S O U L S ▪ His favored currencies are souls, favors and artifacts, the latter of which he creates, acquires and hoards and the former two he deals with when contracting to others. His bargain with another to aid them is lacquered in half-truths on his end, the end result usually their soul added to his collection for use later on. Favors are granted so long as they fall under the purview of his contract and abilities and in exchange he reaps the power and rewards as well as their memories. Not every deal will end with a soul being taken however, for breaches in contract might occur as well as amendments agreed to by both parties. Many a fledgling mage has called upon his favor and in exchange he offers them his spells and items to aid in their studies with him benefiting from the knowledge and power they gain transferred to him rather than the early reaping of their souls. While many an evil caster is wholly aware of their deal with a devil there are mages from other studies of magic who have no idea they have called upon evil as he uses many names and possesses much experience in nearly all schools of magic. Extraordinary wishes can be granted as well for hefty prices, for to revive someone usually results in the death of another or a catch. Power can be granted as well in the form of non-magical perks such as fixing terminal or otherwise permanent conditions along with increasing the physical prowess of another, all of which ultimately benefit Baal in the end.

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    		➣W E A K N E S S E S▪ He is able to be ensnared with binding spells meant for creatures such as himself when summoned upon. His celestial and devilish nature have him able to be damaged by the holy attribute more than one would with traditional elements or weapons would be able to inflict. His chosen vessel, while enhanced is still as it once was and risks burning out with repeated injuries and use of his powers. He passes as a relatively mundane creature, but he would risk exposing himself for his true nature if he needed to access the extraordinary powers of his fiendish form. A human vessel no matter how much of his power he puts into it will never be able to lift and toss a carriage across a field without needing to manifest either magical spells to enhance his strength or expose his true self. His presence can easily be disguised as a mortal with great magical expertise and an athletic body, but those well versed in the world of mystical affairs can often tell there is more than meets the eye if they catalogue his feats over a long period of time. Attempts at divining his nature are met with interference in the form of a quick ejection and perhaps even a burning headache. The death of a vessel sends him back to his realm to reconstitute himself before needing a new form to possess. His wings are a focus of his powers and the removal of them will have him greatly weakened. ➣F L A W S▪ His nature is to deceive, cheat and mislead. Although he is not one to outright lie often especially in dealing with souls or other contract related work, it is his nature to not trust others as he projects himself onto those around him. He is ambitious, cunning, wise, not reckless, but definitely one to enjoy testing and manipulating others. Wholly virtuous acts are unheard of as he seeks to strengthen himself and his domain. He is forced to abide by contracts he compacts with others even if the terms of the deal have him providing a boon he always seeks to get his end reward of souls to use or power to draw on. His actions often have him in direct competition with 'good' characters due to his corrupting nature as well as 'evil' characters who would interfere with his pursuit of power.