Yekhariel

=Yekhariel=

Yekhariel holds a unique position within the Essentism faith, not just as a prophet, but specially for his demonic origin. Contrary to the long-held belief that demons were embodiments of inherent evil, Yekhariel was a demon who not only converted to Essentism but also became an Essentist prophet during the era of Prophet Ivan. This profound transformation forged a deep bond between the two, with Yekhariel becoming both the best friend and an adopted son to Ivan, who sacrificed his eye and gave it to the demon to read Angaelic.

This event challenged the foundational beliefs of early Essentist scholars, reshaping their understanding of the nature of evil. Instead of viewing evil as an inherent trait, they came to recognize it as a mere absence of goodness, further asserting that demons manifest into existence through worship and that is why we have a range of them from lesser to upper/darker demons.

Yekhariel's transition into the faith began during his servitude to an unknown formidable Demon King in a Hell city called Lugal'gael. When Prophet Ivan led a secret contingent into hell with the aim of vanquishing this king, and penitrate an ancient artifact called Jormund's uvula with a special sword. Yekhariel discreetly observed them from a rock. As they camped near the city of Lugal'gael, he overheard their Angaelic prayers, which Ivan kept translating for his soldiers, intrigued, yekhariel came closer.

Yekhariel, having never encountered humans, was initially deceived by the tribal warpaint adorning Prophet Ivan's contingent. In his innocence, he assumed they were a faction of rebels, challenging the Demon King's rule.

When Prophet Ivan, discerned a surreptitious shadow moving stealthily, he immediately pursued, eventually cornering Yekhariel. The demon was engrossed in the sacred Angaelic verses he had overheard and scribbled down.

Yekhariel confessed his status as an inconsequential slave under the Demon King's dominion and added. As a final plea, he asserted that his king would reward them with mountains of gold if they betrayed their supposed 'rebel leader'. Ivan, amused, and his warriors chuckled, believing Yekhariel assumed they were demonic insurgents. Playing along, Ivan asserted, "Our allegiance remains unshaken, for our Lord's worth surpasses all gold."

Yekhariel was shocked and confused. "How can your Lord, described with such gentle and compassionate attributes, inspire such loyalty?" He questioned, genuinely puzzled, "Who is this lord with the kindness of a slave but whose name is sung with such reverence? How do you believe a Lord can triumph against our ruthlessness, God king?"

Ivan's eyes and heart softened. "We are human warriors of Eldham, hailing from Rodinnbrok" he began, "and the words you've heard aren't just ours, but are of the one rules over all realms, given to us by angels of pure light. We praise the All-creator, our master, the sovereign of every realm. He is compassionate, merciful, and kind. Unlike the rulers here, His leadership isn't founded on fear, but on love and righteousness." The essence of Essentism unfurled before Yekhariel, tales of a singular divine, of angels and humans, and a universal truth that transcended realms.

[Further revelations await as the codex undergoes translation from the Demonic to our shared language.]