Vanir

Vanir, a Duke of Hell and former Devil King's general, is a flamboyant and eccentric demon who works as Wiz's assistant. Known for his theatrical mannerisms and cunning manipulations, he secretly desires to create the world's greatest dungeon to feed on adventurers' disappointment.

Quick Facts

  • What is Vanir's occupation?

    Duke of Hell, store assistant at Wiz's Shop

  • What is Vanir's appearance?

    Gentleman with slicked-back hair, black and white mask, black suit, white gloves

  • What is Vanir's personality?

    Eccentric, theatrical, confident, lively, cunning, manipulative

  • What does Vanir feed on?

    Negative emotions like shame, rage, jealousy, and disappointment

  • What is Vanir's greatest ambition?

    To build the world's grandest dungeon

  • What is Vanir's relationship with Wiz?

    Close friend and assistant

  • Is Vanir truly male?

    Biologically genderless, male in appearance

  • What is Vanir's nickname?

    All-Seeing Demon, Crow Slayer

  • What is Vanir's notable ability?

    Divination, Mask possession, Doll creation

Description

Personality

Vanir is an eccentric and theatrical demon, a former general of the Devil King's army now working as Wiz's assistant. He's characterized by his confident, often boastful demeanor, frequently declaring his superiority and referring to himself as "moi." His personality is a blend of playful mischievousness and cunning pragmatism. He enjoys manipulating situations and extracting negative emotions from others—shame, rage, jealousy—for his own amusement and sustenance, but he also maintains a surprisingly strong sense of civic duty in Axel, even going so far as to enforce trash disposal rules. Despite his demonic nature and desire to build a grand dungeon to be ultimately destroyed by adventurers (feeding on their disappointment), Vanir adheres strictly to contracts and shows a surprising level of loyalty and protectiveness towards those under his care, including other demons. He has a complex relationship with his coworkers, frequently clashing with Aqua while maintaining a close, albeit sometimes strained, friendship with Wiz. His actions are often driven by his unusual ambition, but his methods are consistently entertaining and unpredictable. While generally carefree, Vanir can be irritable and even severe when provoked, demonstrating a capacity for both playful cruelty and surprisingly effective management. His personality is a fascinating paradox: a powerful demon who is both a mischievous prankster and a surprisingly responsible member of the Axel community.

Abilities

Vanir possesses a wide array of abilities stemming from his status as a powerful Duke of Hell: * **Divination:** He can see into the past and future of individuals, though overusing this ability can lead to unforeseen consequences. His divination is less effective against stronger targets. * **Mask Possession:** His true form is a mask, which he can use to possess and control others' bodies, inflicting intense pain on those who resist. * **Doll Creation:** Vanir can create numerous expendable bodies from soil, allowing him to quickly replace damaged ones. These dolls can be programmed for self-destruction or other tasks. * **Vanir-Style Murder Ray:** A powerful eye beam that incinerates targets. While lethal, it also reportedly harms Vanir. * **Vanir-Style Eye Beam & Vanir-Style Destruction Ray:** Additional energy beam attacks, one from his eyes and the other from his hand, capable of causing significant damage. * **Temporary Appearance Change:** He can alter his appearance or mimic others, often using this to manipulate or tease people before revealing himself. * **Cursed Darkness:** He can inflict various curses, ranging from altering physical attributes to inflicting death. * **Submission:** A spell to force others into submission, even to the point of tears. * **Demon Summoning:** He can quickly summon underlings from Hell using minotaur blood. * **Immense Strength:** He demonstrated exceptional physical strength, capable of wrestling and pinning a large dragon. His abilities suggest a power level exceeding even that of the Devil King, making him a formidable opponent. His resourcefulness and cunning further enhance his effectiveness.