Hell
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History
Hell is an alternate plane of reality, traditionally accessible only by those of demonic heritage, beings of a higher order and those whose souls have been barred from entering the gates of Heaven. The hierarchy of Hell has changed several times over the centuries, the leader of which has always assumed the title of Satan (contrary to popular belief, a Satan represents a rank within the legions of Hell and is not a name). The most well-known Satan is Lucifer Morningstar, the first fallen Angel and the supreme ruler of Hell for many centuries. When the great Darkness of creation threatened all existence, a civil war erupted in Hell and the realm was split into a triumverate.[1] Eventually, Lucifer grew bored with his position and retired to Earth with his consort Mazikeen. Neron then assumed a predominant position in Hell.
During the "Final Night" event, the demon Etrigan offered to bring all of the living people of Earth into Hell so they could stay warm.[2]
During the "Day of Judgment", a fallen angel named Asmodel took control of the Spectre and sought to bring Hell on Earth. In the process, he used his powers to extinguish the Hellfire itself, and effectively freeze Hell over. A team of heroes including Superman, Zatanna, Faust, Firestorm, The Atom, Enchantress and Deadman were sent deep into Hell's bowls to reignite its flames. They were successful, but it required an action of true evil, and Faust was forced to slit Enchantress' throat on the spot. In doing so, he forfeited the soul he had recently gained through his own redemption as a hero.
In Reign in Hell the Infernal Dominion is divided up into several Provinces, all of which having a ruler. All Rulers bowed to Neron. The Nine Provinces included Pandemonia, The Odium, The Gull, Praetori, ___, Ament, Labrynth, Err, and Purgatory.
Hell is a debased reflection of Earth, so as Earth became more technologically or socially advanced so does Hell. During the events of Reign in Hell, the Underworld is thrown into a massive conflict as Neron sees a rebellion from Lord Satanus and Lady Blaze.
Neron soon found that this rebellion was more dangerous than others, for the twin demons were offering the damned something he never could: hope of release. Recognizing what would happen if the damned rose up against him, Neron has Lilith summon all demons on Earth to return to Hell and aid him.
Residents
- Agony
- Anton Arcane
- Azazel
- Asmodel
- Beelzebub
- Belial
- Blathoxi
- Lucifer Morningstar
- Lilith, Mother of all Abominations
- Nergal
- Neron
- Scorpion
Notes
- Hell exists in all probable alternate realities.
