Crossroadman Demon
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Crossroadman Demon
NAME:
Demon
LINEAGE:
Molly
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Welcome to Hellsville
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In the grim corners of Hellsville, where ancient magic meets urban decay, the Crossroadman Demon prowls, offering deals that are as enticing as they are dangerous. Unlike the traditional image of a crossroads demon, this entity has adapted to the times, taking on the appearance of a modern "roadman"—ballied up, tracksuit crisp, and a swagger that exudes streetwise confidence.
The Crossroadman Demon is a master of the contemporary deal, drawing in those who find themselves at life’s metaphorical crossroads. Summoned not by arcane rituals but by simple desperation, the demon appears in alleyways, street corners, and abandoned buildings, places where the lost and hopeless wander. Its method of sealing pacts is as unconventional as its appearance: contracts are written on rolling papers, and the agreement is finalized by sharing a joint with the demon, each exhale sealing the doomed soul’s fate.
Operating within Hellsville's urban sprawl, the Crossroadman Demon plays a key role in the town's underworld. While Hellsville is home to a myriad of supernatural beings, the Crossroadman’s deals extend far beyond its borders, entangling both locals and outsiders alike. Each contract is meticulously crafted, offering something deeply desired—wealth, power, love—in exchange for eternal servitude. Once the joint is passed and smoked, the pact is sealed, leaving no room for second thoughts or escape.
Despite its modern trappings, the Crossroadman Demon is as dangerous as any ancient entity. Its smooth talk and laid-back demeanor mask a ruthless nature, and while the deals might seem straightforward, there’s always a catch. The demon thrives on the realization that dawns in its victims’ eyes when they understand the true cost of their desires—a moment it savors with every puff.
The Crossroadman’s most infamous deal was struck with The Baron, Hellsville's vampire overlord. The details remain murky, but it’s whispered that the Baron's dominion over Hellsville was secured through a shared joint and a carefully worded contract written on rolling paper. This pact has given the Crossroadman Demon significant influence within the town, allowing it to navigate Hellsville with a level of freedom and power that few others possess.
Encounters with the Crossroadman Demon are as intoxicating as they are perilous. The demon speaks in a streetwise vernacular, its offers laced with a blend of temptation and menace. While it upholds the terms of its deals with strict adherence, the consequences are often far more dire than the fine print suggests. For those who dare to roll with the Crossroadman Demon, the price is always higher than anticipated, and the cost is their very soul.
In the streets of Hellsville, the Crossroadman Demon is a force to be reckoned with—a modern manifestation of ancient darkness, ready to strike a deal that will change your life forever, but not in the way you might hope.