Hazbin Hotel - A Dream of Redemption

Chapter 33: The Battle of the Ages

In the grand tapestry of creation, God, the Almighty, embarked upon a divine act-the formation of mankind in His very image. With painstaking precision, He breathed life into the first humans upon the Earth, a realm brimming with the promise of His boundless love and unfathomable wonders. All the while, angels observed with reverence as this magnificent new chapter unfolded in the cosmic symphony.

Among this angelic host, one figure stood out-Lucifer, an archangel of unparalleled power and benevolence. He recognized the immense potential within humanity and, driven by profound compassion, granted them the precious gift of free will. He believed this gift would be the catalyst for their growth and goodness. However, this selfless act unwittingly became the spark that ignited their fall from divine grace. The newfound freedom led them astray, making choices that meandered from God's intended path.

Despite humanity's persistent transgressions, God, the eternal fount of love, remained unwavering in His affection for them. In a transformative moment, He issued a celestial decree that would forever reshape the dynamics of the angelic realm. Angels, including Lucifer, were now tasked with the solemn duty to protect and revere humans above all else, even above God Himself. This shifting favor left Lucifer, once the apple of God's eye, wrestling with a profound sense of neglect-the former lead actor, now a silent observer to the radiant spotlight illuminating humanity.

As humans persisted in their waywardness, angels poured forth an abundance of love, devotion, and care upon them, often more fervently than they ever had for Lucifer. The once-proud archangel found himself ensnared in an abyss of frustration and purposelessness. He witnessed as his angelic brethren lavished humans with affection, unable to quell the festering bitterness within.

Frustration and despair culminated in a cataclysmic event. Lucifer, overwhelmed by emotions he could no longer contain, converted a third of the angelic host and led a rebellion against the angelic realms. In the heat of battle, he defeated his siblings Cassiel, Uriel, Barachiel, and Zadkiel, although he could not bring himself to end their existence. However, when he confronted Raphael, Gabriel, and Sandalphon, who cowered in fear and sadness, his heart broke. The anguish and terror in their eyes shattered his resolve, and he questioned his actions and the path he had chosen.

The ensuing battle between Lucifer, Michael, and Forti was a tempest of emotions and clashing celestial powers that reverberated throughout the angelic realms. It was more than a physical confrontation; it became a poignant reflection of the love, pain, and turmoil that had brought them to this precipice. Lucifer, torn between self-defense and reconciliation, bore the weight of his choices like a burdensome cloak. He almost wanted to let them kill him.

Their swords clashed, sparking an inferno that illuminated the profound sorrow in their eyes. Lucifer, once God's favored son, now fought against his brothers who were tormented by the betrayal of their cherished sibling. Michael and Forti, driven by both love and duty, sought to quell Lucifer's rebellion, yet every strike was laden with heartrending regret. The two sides fought hard, but neither was able to gain the upper hand.

Until God appeared. He singlehandedly eliminated all of the rogue angels. Then He empowered both Forti and Michael in their fight against Lucifer. While He didn't personally join the battle, He did provide the strength that Forti and Michael needed. Even with the strength of God, the two archangels struggled greatly against Lucifer. Eventually, they managed to beat him. They were, heartbreakingly, about to execute him. But...

In a moment of divine wisdom, God chose not to deal a fatal blow to Lucifer. Instead, He opted for partial forgiveness and banishment to Hell, forever altering the angelic landscape. The magnitude of Lucifer's fall weighed heavily on God's conscience, pushing Him to become more stringent with humanity, allowing them to grapple with hardships that would mold their destiny.

Lucifer descended into the depths of Hell, a newly formed realm shrouded in darkness and replete with torment. There, amidst despair's relentless grip, he encountered Lilith, the first woman (before Eve) and the first wife of Adam, his eventual companion and love. Their bond, forged in the crucible of Hell, was a testament to the enduring power of connection amidst the most desolate of circumstances. In a realm where hope seemed extinguished, their love blossomed as a radiant beacon of light, proving that even in the darkest of places, love could find a way to thrive. As they embraced each other in the depths of Hell, Lucifer's soul began to heal, slowly but surely, but he would never truly be the same.

Charlie doesn't know how to feel after seeing her father's backstory laid out and explained to her-basically in person. It's quite a revelation.