Liberatus

Jacob Otto Liberatus
Jacobus Otto Liberatus is an historian, theologian and Ascendant from Eldham, and the leader religion of Essentism. Primarily known for both his journey in Hell where he wrote the Codex Infernakh (Demon secrets), and creating the Codex Verelirion (revelations), which is a transcription and translation of the divine scriptures the All-maker revealed to Jacob Liberatus through the arch angel Gizondael.

Initially, Liberatus was a fervent adherent of Astrapology and the River faith, as he grew up with their teachings, his spiritual quests guided by the stars and celestial spheres. However, his spiritual path was dramatically altered following a profound encounter with the Angel Gizondael. It was during this mystical experience that he was endowed with the knowledge of the Angaelic language and tasked with the harrowing journey into Hell and back—a testament of faith and resilience during which he authored the Codex Infernakh. This celestial meeting, followed by the momentous discovery of his father's remains — who was discerned to be an Essentist — not only catalyzed his conversion to Essentism but also fortified his spiritual convictions, revealing a deep familial lineage tied to Solycia that had been obscured by time.

Embracing Essentism, Liberatus shifted his focus from celestial to terrestrial and beyond, recognizing the universal interconnectedness that binds all creatures great and small to the vast cosmos, all as manifestations of the All-creator.

The revelation/Codex Verelirion
Jacob was tasked with converting celestial insights into written form. He diligently composed the Codex's verses. Learning the Angaelic language posed an immense challenge for Jacob. Its celestial symbols and tones held profound meanings, transcending earthly conventions. Absence of standard structures and punctuation defied linguistic norms.



Jacob's narration of the opening chapter of the Codex Verelirion.
It's believed to be the first words angels spoke to the people of Eldham.



Codex Infernach - Jacob's Journey to hell.
To prove Liberatus's faith in the all-creator, resilience, and commitment, Gizondael set forth the test that became the reason Liberatus was chosen as a Ascendand. Gizondael commanded Liberatus to journey into all realms of Hell, the realm of chaos, torment, and deception. This was not just a journey of distance but one of endurance and faith. Liberatus would need to spend one entire year in Hell, navigating its treacherous terrains, confronting its demons, collecting ores and artifacts and resisting its many temptations. Only by emerging unscathed, with his faith intact, would he be deemed worthy. Before Liberatus even set foot into the depths of Hell, he encountered Inizo, the gatekeeper. This early interaction was telling, as Inizo hinted at one of the first religions created by Demons. Throughout his journey, he encountered various demons, many of whom were considered deities in Eldham and other realms. They came in different forms – some tried to seduce him, others to frighten him, but many tried to deceive him. Yet, each encounter was a lesson and a test of his resolve. In the Codex Infernach, the tales of Jacob Liberatus's encounters and trials in Hell are very well documented.

Encounter with Fankt Chwonki
Jacob wrote of an encounter with a demon called Fankt Chwonki in a city in Hell named Grul’gael. Liberatus confronted Fankt with questions about the events at Rodinnbrok, Fankt laughed dismissively. Treating the sack of Rodinnbrok as just another "funny joke" he suggested it was merely one of many cities he helped sack in Eldham. News of Liberatus's descent into the inferno had traveled fast. Sensing an opportunity, Fankt proposed a sinister deal:  If Jacob would betray the Arch Angle Gizondael, and teach him the sacred Angaelic language, he'd teach him the  enigmatic demonic language. Such knowledge, Fankt whispered, could elevate Liberatus to the throne of an empire.

Liberatus refused Fankt's proposal, declaring his intent to master the demonic tongue on his own terms. Instead of revealing insights into the Angaelic language, offered up Fankt's name in Angaelic, "Slunek Slunek", which translates to "Drinker Drinker". The demon, caught off guard, burst out laughing, finding it hilariously fitting. Fankt began chanting it like a mantra and celebrated by guzzling an entire barrel of wine.

In this unexpected and moment, Fankt, true to his demonic nature, casually spilled some of the most well-kept demonic secrets to Liberatus including his collaboration with an upper demon Jorm, or Jormund (who now goes by the name Grizagel) in a scheme to dismantle Rodinnbrok from its core, a mission they successfully accomplished. This is also where the demon revealed the name 'fankt Chwonki' was a playful creation of the demon himself, having rearranged "Think of Wank" into the anagram "Fankt Chwonki" to mock his own worshipers who call upon his name during prayer, listening in only to laugh and not to help.