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Don't you know that I ate the fruit willingly?

Hades & Persephone.

Persephone was gathering flowers with the Oceanids along with Artemis and Athena—the Homeric Hymn says—in a field when Hades came to abduct her, bursting through a cleft in the earth. Demeter, when she found her daughter had disappeared, searched for her all over the earth with torches. In most versions she forbids the earth to produce, or she neglects the earth and in the depth of her despair she causes nothing to grow. Helios, the sun, who sees everything, eventually told Demeter what had happened and at length she discovered the place of her abode. Finally, Zeus, pressed by the cries of the hungry people and by the other deities who also heard their anguish, forced Hades to return Persephone. Hades indeed complied with the request, but first he tricked her, giving her some pomegranate seeds to eat. Persephone was released by Hermes, who had been sent to retrieve her, but because she had tasted food in the underworld, she was obliged to spend a third of each year (the winter months) there, and the remaining part of the year with the gods above.

but even that hardest of hearts unhardened suddenly when he saw her there: persephone in her mother’s garden, sun on her shoulders, wind in her hair, the smell of flowers she held in her hand and the pollen that fell from her fingertips. and suddenly, hades was only a man with a taste of nectar upon his lips

To live your life in darkness is no easy task. Evil may be just a point of view - one you may not ascribe to yourself - but a black heart or a ruthless mind is hardly quieted. While you don't regret what you've done, at least not outwardly, you do wonder if there isn't something more. Grey morality has discolored your world.

That is, until you see them.

They are beautiful, pure, good: everything that you are not. You should be annoyed or at least ambivalent to their presence; after all, they serve you no purpose, promise you no gain. But oddly enough, you are drawn to them, and not even in hopes to destroy or corrupt. No, you want to have them, to keep them with you. What to do with this newfound feeling?

Act on it, of course. You've never let anything stop you before. What you don't realize (or perhaps do, you just don't exactly care) is that the object of your...affection may not be too keen on being taken what they see as prisoner. Yet you only have their best interests at heart! Still, you do care for them, in your own fashion, more than almost anyone else, so surely a deal can be struck...

You just couldn't bear to lose them.

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[Lives underground, can be a bit of a dick, just kind of hopeless and unlucky. A picture perfect Hades, really.]

[ OTA. Definitely Hades. Likes worthy adversaries and useful people he can corrupt. ]

_{[Demon prince, so, Hades]}

[ Persephone ]

[ persephone ]

[Persephone.]

( Probably Hades, but if you really wanted a dead-inside, edgelord Persephone... I wouldn't be averse. )

Edited 2018-08-09 19:32 (UTC)

[The hades]

*Persephone.*

[ As the demon of lust who sometimes lives to corrupt... definitely Hades. ]

[Care for the angel of hope?]

[ Ooohh, I'm so game. :D Always fun mixing angels and demons. ]

[There were quite a few angels that had long decided to keep contact with humanity to a minimum. Whether it was distaste or the simple fact that they were too alien to properly integrate didn't matter to Rami, he wasn't among that number. He preferred getting his hands dirty, helping where he could.

It was why he had found himself in the back of some dingy alleyway. A man with barely anything was mugged, beaten, and left for dead when he had stopped struggling. Rami would find the culprit later. His focus was on the man. When the world settled again from the small chaos of violence that had occurred, Ramiel made himself known.

The man was healed, his possessions returned, and a blessing bestowed among the rains that obscured Ramiel's presence. He went home safe, and the lines of the future Ramiel could see showed him that the kindness shown today would spread.

A man, dying. A man, saved. It was what he was created for. Ramiel could head home tonight knowing that the world was slightly better for his actions.

It was with that in mind that he began to shed his mortal form. Lightning cracked within the dirty alleyway as good wings formed and spread out, effervescent, a fog created as they bloomed to their fullest length. Winds spread as his human body deteriorated, but he stopped.

He wasn't as alone as he had thought.]

( apologies again for the delay! )

[ Asmodeus liked to roam. One never knew what they might happen across on any given day or night. Perhaps the urge was driven by his impulsive nature, not terribly keen on making too many plans or having too many things set in stone, or his curiosity that helped to keep the potential boredom of eternity at bay. Or maybe it was simply the beast in him, the hunter always looking for prey, for something to satisfy the unending hunger.

After all, to embody a thing didn't come with an immunity. The demon could cause lust and longing so sharply intense in others because such pangs he felt himself at times.

That night it seemed his prowling might pay off.

The sense of impending death initially perked his attention and diverted his path, more curious about the cause than looking to capitalize on it. However, his interest was quick to shift when he caught on the presence of something -- someone -- quite the opposite of mortal. Where other demons might have their hackles raise and want to either fight or flee, Asmodeus instead felt adrenaline and the potential of a challenge. Was it ego? Maybe a little. But then again, even in the beginning he never felt fear or true concern when it came to the Holy. Such were worries for lesser creatures.

He'd reached the alley in time for the show. Rather than interrupt or draw attention to himself, he hung back to observe, going so far as to casually lean a shoulder against one wall and loosely cross his arms over his chest. Oh yes, the sight would have certainly sent weaker demons running, a thought that put a private little smile on his lips.

All the power in the air did have the side effect of stirring his own and by the time he was noticed his eyes had brightened to an unnatural shade of blue. A subtle warmth emanated from his presence as well, less hellfire and more a primal heat. ]

It's been quite a while since I've seen such pristine wings. You should be careful, they're liable to get dirty in a place like this. [ Voice smooth, there was no malice or threat in his tone. Playful bordering on mischievous if anything. The smile on his lips had twisted to a bit of a smirk as he spoke. ] And draw attention, though perhaps that's what you were after, putting on such a show.

A simple misstep, is all. I didn't feel a mortal presence. [His words are laced with the undercurrent of thunder, yet still soft like rain. Eyes like lightning regard the intruder with interest, and he begins to move closer.

As he does, the storm quiets. Wings and fog withdraw, and quicker than it took for him to shed that mortal form, stands a human once again. He's attractive, Rami acknowledges. But definitely not human. Something old, no doubt, but lacking in the profane air that he's accustomed to with the demonic.

When he finally stops advancing, it's closer than is wise. But if Ramiel is to be killed this night, then no amount of caution would stop it.]

Who are you?

[ That unique tone makes Asmodeus want to shiver, although not for the reason most would, and he holds back the urge as he tilts his head slightly. ] No, there's definitely no mortals near enough to see or hear. [ If there were he would send them on their way swiftly. He did so hate interruptions once someone caught his interest.

Part of him is sad to see the wings slip back into hiding. It really was so rare that he saw the angelic sort. Occasionally he wondered if his mere touch would taint them or if he would need to intend harm; unsurprisingly it was difficult to find any willing to let him see what might happen. Sure, he knew that he could harm them, but those instances were actual fights. Totally different, at least in his mind.

An eyebrow arches at how close the angel comes but Asmodeus doesn't move from his spot. Bold. He approves. ]

Would you believe a mere curious stranger? [ The smirk shifts back toward a smile, would-be innocent. ] Actually, I'm wondering if I should be hurt. Here I thought Sin was always to be recognized so it could more easily be fought against.

[ He shrugs a shoulder then, feeling no need to hide who and what he is. ] You can call me Ash, if you like. It rolls off the tongue a little easier than Asmodeus.

Asmodeus. [The name is carefully pronounced, as if the angel is cataloguing each syllable individually. There's a pause, but it isn't from fear.] I do know you, then. [A tilt of the head.] Of you.

[Another long pause occurs, this time as he takes more time to regard the demon. It's not outside the realm of possibility, and one who fashions themselves a prince could easily feel different than the common sort.

Despite himself, Ramiel is intrigued.] Not every sin is equal. And some are more insidious than others. Has it really been so long since your fall from grace that you've forgotten this?

[He smirks a little then.] And last I heard, loitering isn't particularly sinful.

Edited 2018-08-20 04:52 (UTC)

[ A curl of a smile comes at the trace of recognition. No, they'd not met before; he would have remembered that face, that energy. But he liked to think himself high enough in rank that at least his name was still known. So the recognition serves as a nice little stroke of reassurance to the demon's ego. ]

Mm, no, we certainly aren't all equal. [ The easy reply could be meant in more than one way. ] And I see you're more sensible than some of your kin, who are apt to paint the other side with a broad brush. Not everyone is capable of understanding nuance and subtlety.

[ It's true, he's certainly no Greed or Envy, heavy-hitters in their own right. More easily seen and telegraphed as threats in many cases. Lust could be seen as more harmless, frivolous even. His reputation certainly isn't what it was in the old days, but then, Asmodeus has found angels and demons are as likely to forget about the past as humans are, and that suits him well enough. It's easier to make power plays when one can fly under the radar.

His chuckle at the remark about loitering is low but amused. ]

Careful now, that almost sounds like encouragement. I can make a lot of otherwise innocent things into something else. [ Ash smirks more with his eyes than his lips with those words as he regards the angel. Whether he's merely referring to actions or something more nefarious only he knows, his relaxed tone giving little away. ]

[Definitely Hades for multiple reasons.]

[Tiny, kinda cynical and romance-resistant Persephone.]

[ Born witch, former witch hunter. Persephone. ]

[Hades. Open to men or women for Persephone.]

[Persephone.]

[Well he's sort of a Persephone... Very interested in demon types.]

[He probably would be Hades but I would love for him to be Persephone.]

[Kidnapping a literal tiger is probably not that safe for your health, Gil. But there he is, the bright rookie of the Armed Detective Agency. Freshly joined, and unsuspecting of the danger he might get into by venturing out alone.

Currently Atsushi is munching on a snack in the park, though it is getting close to nightfall and he is considering heading home. Maybe catch his attention before he leaves?]

(ooc: Can play either but I'd love to try the Hades role.]

((OOC: This scenario-as-kink is about 75% of why this character was created in the first place. Obviously generally more a Hades sort since he is literally the god of the Underworld. However, would not be adverse to trope subversion and doing a sort of... fall in love with and harness Death kind of thing with him. Prefs and additional info on journal.))

[ Hades. ]

[ King of ~~Explodokills~~ the Underworld. ]

[Definitely Hades.]

[Could be either a really odd Hades or a very messed-up male Persephone]

[He really didn't know why he was being sent down to Tartarus. Well, that wasn't completely true. He knew Zeus wanted Hermes to talk to Hades. For some reason, Zeus thought Hades would open up to Hermes in some way.

He doubted Hades would even talk to him at all. Yet, here he was, crossing the river and into the world of Hades himself. One hand reached up, running through his hair as he let out a sigh.]

Hades? HADES!

[Messenger of the Gods. Had he not already done enough. His last venture down here to do Zeus' bidding had allowed Hades to trick Persephone. Now, the deal had been struck. So, why did Zeus want someone to check in on Hades? And why did it have to be him?]

Hades, I know you can hear me!

[ Can be either but most likely Persephone. ]

[No strong scenarios in mind, but he's either a very perverse-minded Persephone, or a decidedly upbeat Hades. No non-consensual scenarios, please! He's also not an instigator of dubiously-consensual situations.]

[Definitely Persephone. Adoration of Cross-canon CR is implied. Also Alex is pansexual so yeah!]

[Welp.]

[Can be either probably!]

[Depends on who? But could see him going somewhat either way.]

(( Can play either, but probably Persephone. Not. That you'd know it to look at him. ))
(( F-list here. ))

[ Could be either ]

[ honestly... she could be either. depending. ]

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Don't you know that I ate the fruit willingly?

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