Demon Sovereignty: Retake Our Freedom

[Era of Demonity] Part 26: Aura

In the depths of the human psyche lies an insidious force, an aura of darkness that thrives on the despair and suffering of others. This force, born of the primal instincts of survival and self-preservation, manifests itself as a spiritual power that can consume and corrupt even the most virtuous of souls.

The aura of demonity is a fascinating phenomenon. It is an energy field that emanates from their bodies and reflects their own spiritual, emotional, and physical states. The aura can be seen by those with the ability to see beyond the physical realm—using the powers of the God's Eye and the power of the Eternal Eye. Each color in the aura represents a different aspect of their being and has its unique characteristics. Depending on the demons' current feelings and states, the color of the aura may change for a brief time.

The God Demon Powers shimmer in space, their spherical forms a tapestry of mystery. On their surface, patterns of three half-moons emerge, alight with hues that dance in celestial patterns. These carvings are no mere happenstance; the patterns mirror demons' emotions when they become God Demons, where red, blue, and green hues ignite the core feelings of anger, sadness, and fear.

In fleeting moments, these ancient stones reveal more. Five colors awaken, adding yellow and orange to the powers, indicating the emotions of love and joy respectively. Yet, legends whisper of those rare few who've unlocked a sixth half-moon, an elusive symbol hinting at a realm beyond comprehension.

Two months had passed since their last encounter, and the growth of Raxus and Onyx was evident. In this world, strength was essential for survival. Despite the return of humans to Earth, Azrael was satisfied with his plans, as he believed that passing down the powers of darkness to Raxus would keep them in safer hands.

This world operated on a different set of rules. The power of love was dwindling, and the power of friendship was rarely spoken of. Self-belief was the driving force behind the demon and the God Demon population, and each individual was shrouded in darkness, waiting to strike at the moment of despair. Demons can live for millions of years, yet only a handful have managed to survive that long. Why? Because the power of pride was often the cause of their downfall. They would start wars for the sake of their own honor and glory, disregarding any sense of morality. While there were exceptions, the majority of demons were consumed by bloodlust. 

Aura—the most potent power among all living beings, reveals everything about an individual—their thoughts, emotions, current state, and true nature. However, God Demons possess the ability to harness auras for various purposes, with the most terrifying and lethal being aura manifestation or so-called aura manipulation. This technique allows a demon with a rich aura to transform its spiritual energy into various objects like swords, shields, or even spheres of pure energy. Yet, mastering aura manifestation requires experience and hundreds if not thousands of years.

The heart is the origin of a demon's power, as it generates the aura with each beat. Demons who possess multiple hearts have greater control and manipulation over their aura, giving them an advantage over those with a single heart. The number of hearts directly correlates with the strength of a demon's aura manipulation and manifestation abilities.

Experienced God Demons have mastered the art of balancing their aura usage, skillfully utilizing a fraction of their total aura to avoid surpassing the one hundred percent limit. However, if a demon surpasses this threshold, it transcends its current state and ascends to become an ultimate being. With continued growth, they can eventually attain the status of a Semi-God, possessing unparalleled power and influence in the demonic realm.

When a demon reaches the peak of their power, they can undergo a transformation into a true demon form, also known as Ultimo Atto or the Tenshi state. This transformation transcends their physical limitations, granting them unparalleled strength and abilities beyond their normal form. However, the price of such power is often dear, and many demons risk losing themselves in this state, becoming consumed by their own darkness.