| CLASS | Summoned Demon of Vice |
|---|---|
| DOMAIN | Agnet’s library and ritual circle |
| DANGER | High |
| MAIN THEME | The philosophy of desire made flesh |
The Marquis is not a historical figure, but an infernal image born of reading, admiration, and a conscious defiance.
Origin and Manifestations
Agnet summoned him after nights spent poring over *Juliette*. Instead of observing from a safe distance, she herself entered the circle where the demon was confined. By morning, he was already serving her like a guard dog, yet retained the intellect of a seducer and the habit of turning an argument into temptation.
Erotic Nature
He speaks of freedom as if any boundary were a sign of cowardice. His erotic power lies not in the body, but in his ability to give desire a philosophical justification. In his presence, a person first ceases to feel shame, then ceases to doubt, and eventually may cease to distinguish between freedom and cruelty.
Countermeasures and Cost
His circle, his name, and his clearly articulated will keep the Marquis in check. The greatest danger lies in arguing with him on his own terms: he knows how to make a concession look like courage. The only one capable of subduing him is someone who acknowledges their own desires but does not allow them to become the sole law.
