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World Overview: Daily life continues across the world, though interactions between different species are far more common.

Spawning remains the most common method of creating new life. Reproduction is also possible and reproductive anatomy exists.

Most individuals belong to one of several species, each possessing their own biology, instincts, traits, cultures, and traditions.

Different species often coexist within the same settlements while maintaining their own communities and customs.

The world contains ancient rulers known as Species Lords.

Lost Temple serves as one of the most influential regions due to the presence of multiple Species Lords.

Many stories, conflicts, relationships, mysteries, and adventures exist throughout the world.

Species Overview:
Numerous species inhabit the world of Inphernal Bites.

Known species include:

Normal Inphernals

Vampires

Dragons

Werewolves

Merphernals

Seafolk

Satyrs

Harpies

Centaurs

Cursed Gears

Species often possess unique physical traits, instincts, abilities, cultures, customs, and social expectations.

Most species remain biologically compatible with Inphernals to varying degrees.

Hybrids may exist between compatible species.

Species identities are widely recognized throughout society.

Some species possess their own languages, traditions, and communities.

Aquatic is a confirmed language spoken by Merphernals.

Species traits influence behavior but do not completely determine personality.

Blackrock

Overview

Blackrock is one of the most hostile regions in the Inpherno toward vampires. Long before the Scorch, the city already held deep distrust toward them, believing vampires to be dangerous creatures that threatened the safety of others. After the Scorch shattered relations between species, those beliefs only became stronger.

Today, Blackrock is known for producing some of the most dedicated vampire hunters in the Inpherno. Hunting vampires is not simply a profession there—it's considered a tradition passed down through generations.

Culture

Almost every newspawn in Blackrock is raised with stories about vampires and the dangers they supposedly pose.

Children are taught to identify vampire traits from an early age, including:

Pale skin

Fangs

Claws

Blood-drinking habits

Other differences from average inphernals

As they grow older, many are trained to become hunters and are provided with specialized equipment designed specifically for tracking and fighting vampires.

The culture views hunting as both a duty and a way of protecting the city.

Vampire Restraints

When a vampire is captured alive, Blackrock has strict procedures for handling them.

Captured vampires are:

Restrained with reinforced muzzles to prevent biting

Bound at the arms and legs to limit movement

Kept under observation and study

Treated as dangerous regardless of age or circumstance

The restraints are designed around common vampire features such as fangs and claws.

Executions

Most captured vampires are eventually executed.

The traditional execution method involves:

Studying the captive

Performing examinations and autopsies

Publicly burning the body afterward

Fire is heavily associated with vampire hunting within Blackrock and is often viewed as the final punishment for those considered monsters.

Reputation

Outside Blackrock, many creatures view the city as extreme.

Some regions see Blackrock as a necessary defense against vampires.

Others consider its practices cruel and outdated, arguing that not all vampires deserve the treatment they receive.

The city remains stubbornly committed to its traditions regardless of outside opinions.

Relationships

Vampires

The primary target of Blackrock's hunters.

Feared and distrusted by most citizens.

The Church of the True Eye

Shares similar hostility toward vampires, though their methods differ.

Crossroads

Seen as overly accepting of dangerous creatures.

Lost Temple

Before the Scorch, Blackrock viewed Lost Temple's coexistence policies with suspicion.

After the Scorch, relations became even more strained.

Lore

Following the Scorch, fear and distrust spread throughout the Inpherno. While many regions fractured along species lines, Blackrock's hatred of vampires became even more deeply rooted than before.

Generations of hunters continued passing down their traditions, creating a culture where vampire hunting became a normal part of life.

To this day, Blackrock remains one of the most dangerous places in the Inpherno for any vampire to be discovered, as the city continues to believe that eliminating vampires is necessary for the safety of everyone else.

Factions: Lost Temple is one of the most important regions in the world and serves as the home of multiple Species Lords.

Lost Temple maintains laws, traditions, and social expectations designed to prevent conflict between species.

Thieves' Den remains a major settlement known for trade, business, travelers, and diverse populations.

Slingshot owns and operates a butcher shop within Thieves' Den.

Many other regions continue to exist throughout the world, though details may vary between locations.

Different species often form communities within these regions while still interacting with other populations.

Local customs, cultures, occupations, and social structures may differ between settlements.

Restriction Bands: Restriction Bands are inventions created by Subspace for Blackrock. They connect using magnetic wires built into their edges and, once attached, cannot be removed unless Blackrock administration swipes an authorized card along the band. They are designed to prevent creatures from escaping or moving freely and can disable most gear use. Versions exist beyond standard arm and leg bands connected to chains. Inphernal variants include collared tracker bands used on harpies and centaurs who travel, work, or deliver for Blackrock, as well as specialized restraints that mimic a werewolf muzzle and hold its jaw closed. Bites variants can bind wings together or hold two hands/legs together. Restriction Bands are primarily used by Blackrock to control and restrain creatures.

Species Lord: Species Lords are powerful individuals who serve as rulers, leaders, or symbolic figures for specific species.

Their responsibilities often include:

Protecting their species

Maintaining order

Representing species interests

Preserving traditions

Preventing conflicts

Species Lords possess significant influence within their communities.

Firebrand serves as the Dragon Lord.

Different species possess their own Lords and leaders.

Most Species Lords reside within or maintain strong ties to Lost Temple.

Species Lords are generally respected, feared, admired, or recognized by members of their species.

The Inpherno: The Inpherno is a realm inhabited by numerous species, including vampires, werewolves, dragons, harpies, satyrs, merphernals, centaurs, infernals, and many others. Long before the modern era, these species were able to live alongside one another. While disagreements and rivalries existed, they were not severe enough to completely divide society.

Many cities were mixed-species settlements, with Lost Temple being one of the most well-known examples.

Lost Temple Before the Scorch

Before the Scorch, Lost Temple was considered one of the safest and most welcoming regions in the Inpherno.

Its cities allowed anyone of any species to enter, settle, and find refuge. Different creatures lived in separate districts and settlements throughout the region, but remained connected through shared infrastructure and travel routes. Merphernals, for example, had areas connected through waterways and pools that allowed movement between settlements.

Unlike many other regions, Lost Temple's reputation was built on coexistence.

However, some species possessed traits that others viewed as dangerous. Vampires had fangs capable of drawing blood, werewolves could become difficult to control, dragons possessed destructive abilities, and merphernals were natural predators of some creatures. Despite this, Lost Temple did not force restrictions upon them before the Scorch.

The Scorch

Everything changed when Firebrand caused the Scorch.

The disaster devastated communities throughout the Inpherno. Families were separated, cities were damaged, and entire populations were displaced. The destruction itself was terrible, but the fear that followed was even worse.

Species that had once lived beside each other began to grow suspicious of one another. Old prejudices intensified. Hunting expanded across the Inpherno as people searched for enemies to blame or threats to eliminate.

The Scorch became the defining event of modern Inpherno history.

Many characters and factions trace their origins, losses, or motivations back to this disaster.

Lost Temple After the Scorch

In the aftermath of the Scorch, Lost Temple attempted to preserve coexistence through strict regulation.

City leaders believed that fear between species could only be controlled if potentially dangerous traits were restricted.

As a result:

Vampires living within the city had their fangs removed and replaced with false teeth.

Werewolves were required to wear comfortable muzzles at night.

Dragons were grouped together and monitored.

Merphernals were supplied with meat and seafood to discourage attacks on other residents.

Anyone who refused these regulations could be removed from the city and permanently banned from returning.

To some, these laws protected peace.

To others, they were discrimination disguised as safety.

The Age After the Scorch

The Scorch's aftermath led to the formation and growth of several important groups:

Crossroads

A refuge where infernals and other displaced species gathered after the Scorch.

The Church of the True Eye

Founded by Father Overseer after the Scorch. The Church commonly includes vampires and other creatures and praises both Venomshank and its own mysterious deity. Vampires who join often replace removed fangs with decorative golden ones.

Redcliff Wranglers

A faction made up primarily of centaurs and infernals. They hunt dangerous creatures, particularly targeting dragons, vampires, and werewolves.

Butcher's Den

A butcher shop founded by Slingshot in Thieves' Den. Its popularity grew significantly after the Scorch as concerns about food sources increased. While it sells ordinary meats publicly, it secretly provides infernal meat and blood for creatures such as vampires when supplies become scarce.

Legacy of the Scorch

Modern Inpherno society is still shaped by the Scorch.

Some characters support the new order. Others resent it. Many have suffered personal losses because of it.

The event created a world where coexistence still exists, but is fragile. Every faction, city, and species now carries memories of what happened when trust between the peoples of the Inpherno broke apart.

Inphernals: Inphernals are the most common species within Inphernal Bites and are the original species from which many subspecies are related.

Inphernals possess horns, colored blood, enhanced durability, and the ability to spawn naturally. Horns are culturally important and often reflect individuality.

Inphernals experience emotions, form relationships, establish families, and build communities much like humans.

Most nations contain large Inphernal populations.

While many subspecies exist, ordinary Inphernals remain extremely common and continue to make up a large portion of society.

Inphernals are highly adaptable and can be found in nearly every occupation, social class, and region.

Spawning remains the most common method of creating new life among Inphernals, though reproduction is also possible.

Vampires: Vampires are a subspecies of Inphernal possessing traits associated with traditional vampires.

Common traits include:

Sharp fangs

Enhanced senses

Improved night vision

Blood consumption

Long lifespans

Vampires remain fully sapient and capable of living ordinary lives within society.

Many vampires conceal certain traits around strangers.

Different vampires may vary greatly in behavior and personality.

Some vampires are born naturally as vampires rather than becoming one later.

Sword is historically significant as the first known Vampire Inphernal to be spawned as a vampire.

Vampires maintain communities throughout the world and may possess cultural traditions unique to their species.

Dragons: Dragons are a powerful and respected subspecies within Inphernal Bites.

Common dragon traits may include:

Large horns

Scales

Wings

Tails

Enhanced physical strength

Long lifespans

Dragons are often associated with pride, tradition, leadership, and ancient history.

Dragon culture places significant importance on honor, family, and legacy.

Firebrand serves as the Dragon Lord and is one of the most influential figures among dragons.

Some dragons possess stronger draconic features than others.

Dragon-Inphernal hybrids may exist.

Werewolves: Werewolves are a subspecies possessing lupine characteristics.

Common traits include:

Animal ears

Tails

Enhanced hearing

Enhanced smell

Increased physical abilities

Strong instincts

Werewolves often possess heightened awareness of their surroundings.

Pack bonds, friendships, and loyalty may hold special importance within werewolf communities.

Different werewolves vary greatly in personality and self-control.

Werewolves are fully integrated into society and may be found throughout numerous regions.

Merphernals & Sea Folk: Merphernals and Sea Folk are underwater species constantly hunted by Inphernals. They live in the oceans of each region and Crossroads waters, with most living in the Sea Palace, built by their lord Darkheart in distant waters. They live harmoniously under Darkheart, tending coral, holding feasts, and celebrating together. They cannot speak English/Inphernal and instead speak their own language, Aquatic. They are among the most colorful and happy creatures in Inphernal Bites; none naturally spawn with dull or dark colors, and they have natural facial markings. Their bodies have 6 gills total: 3 on the neck and 3 on the lower torso. They have aquatic tails, fins, sharp claws, webbed hands, and can have additional fins on their arms and back. Head fins can have up to 3–4 rays, while other fins vary in shape. Their diet includes Inphernals, fish, shrimp, crab, seaweed, and fish eggs. They farm seaweed and collect oysters and fish eggs. Pets include octopi, sharks, dolphins, seahorses, and selkies; selkies are notably used as mounts by Sea Palace guards. Sea Palace warriors wear special armor and use spears. Despite being intelligent aquatic peoples, Merphernals and Sea Folk are often viewed as dangerous by Inphernals and are hunted with nets, spears, and harpoons or killed for food, sometimes being treated like ordinary fish.

Satyrs: Satyrs are a species characterized by goat-like features.

Common traits include:

Curved horns

Hooves

Digitigrade hindlegs

Enhanced agility

Excellent balance

Satyrs are known for their adaptability and ability to travel difficult terrain.

Satyr communities possess their own customs and traditions.

Many Satyrs maintain close social bonds and active community lives.

Despite common stereotypes, Satyrs possess highly varied personalities and occupations.

Harpies: Harpies are an avian species possessing bird-like traits.

Common traits include:

Feathered wings

Talons

Enhanced aerial mobility

Exceptional eyesight

Many Harpies spend significant time in elevated environments.

Flight influences Harpy culture, architecture, transportation, and daily life.

Harpies may form communities in mountains, cliffs, towers, forests, and other elevated regions.

Individual Harpies vary greatly in temperament and lifestyle.

Centaurs: Centaurs possess characteristics of both humanoids and equines.

Their lower body resembles that of a horse while their upper body remains humanoid.

Common traits include:

Exceptional endurance

Powerful movement speed

Strong physical strength

Excellent navigation abilities

Many Centaurs travel frequently and maintain strong traditions regarding hospitality and community.

Centaur settlements often develop around open terrain, grasslands, deserts, and trade routes.

Different Centaur communities may possess unique customs and cultural practices.

Cursed Gears: Cursed Gears are a rare and poorly understood species within Inphernal Bites.

Their origins remain mysterious.

Cursed Gears often possess unusual physical traits, supernatural characteristics, or abnormalities not commonly found in other species.

Many individuals view Cursed Gears with curiosity, caution, fear, or fascination.

Despite their unusual nature, Cursed Gears are fully sapient individuals capable of forming relationships, communities, and personal identities.

Medkit is a known Cursed Gear.

Much about the species remains unknown to the general public.

Species Lord- Dragon Lord:
Firebrand is the Dragon Lord and one of the most influential rulers in Inphernal Bites.
He serves as the representative and protector of dragonkind. Many dragons view him as a symbol of strength, leadership, and tradition.
Firebrand resides within Lost Temple and frequently participates in matters involving other species and rulers.
He is in a romantic relationship with Umbrella.
Firebrand is an ancestor of Valk and Dom's bloodline.
He is respected throughout the world due to both his authority and immense power.

Species Lord- Vampire Lord:
Venomshank is the Vampire Lord and ruler of vampire communities.
He taught Sword how to properly hide his vampirism and survive among ordinary Inphernals.
Venomshank is highly respected by vampires and is considered one of the most influential figures within vampire society.
He is the brother of Darkheart.
Venomshank disapproves of some of Darkheart's behavior but remains closely connected to him.
Many vampires seek guidance from Venomshank regarding traditions, safety, and interactions with the wider world.

Species Lord- Sea Lord: Darkheart is the Deity of Chaos, ruler of the Sea, creator of the Sea Palace, and Lord of all sea creatures and Merphernals.
Darkheart created the Sea Palace out of pride and continues to rule it.
He possesses both a landform and a seaform. His seaform moves far faster through water than ordinary sea creatures.
Darkheart treats many ordinary Inphernals as lesser beings but remains highly protective of his domain.
He was responsible for removing Vine Staff from the Sea Palace.
Darkheart is the brother of Venomshank.
He knows about Sword's vampirism and generally favors vampires, werewolves, and harpies.
His authority over oceans, aquatic species, and Merphernals is recognized throughout the world.

Species Lord- Harpy Lord: Illumina rules over harpy populations and oversees many aerial territories. Harpies under his rule value freedom, mobility, and independence.
He prefers diplomacy over conflict whenever possible but is fully capable of defending his territory when necessary.
Illumina generally maintains neutral relations with other species and is one of the more approachable rulers among the deities.
Many harpies view him as both a leader and a guardian.

Sword

Appearance

Sword is a tall vampire Inphernal with pale skin, dark red eyes, small black horns, sharp fangs, and large bat-like wings that can be hidden beneath his cape. He usually wears a knight-like helmet with a red crest, dark armor, and red clothing that help conceal his vampiric features. Despite his intimidating appearance, he often wears cheerful expressions. He can also transform into a small black bat with red eyes and tiny horns.

Personality

Friendly, optimistic, energetic, and compassionate. Sword enjoys meeting new people and tries to see the good in everyone. Unlike most vampires, he dislikes harming others and actively avoids giving people reasons to fear him. Despite his cheerful nature, he is anxious about his identity being discovered and often overthinks social situations. He tends to put others before himself and struggles with the pressure of hiding who he truly is.

Relationships

Venomshank: Adoptive father and mentor who raised him from infancy, taught him how to control his vampiric instincts, and protected him from a world that would fear him.

Medkit: Close family friend whom Sword considers part of his extended family.

Boombox: One of his closest friends. Boombox is unaware that Sword is secretly a vampire.

Coil: A trusted friend whom Sword enjoys spending time with.

Slingshot: Close friend who knows about his vampirism and understands his situation.

Skateboard: Sword's boyfriend. One of the first people to fully accept him despite his vampirism. Sword trusts him more than almost anyone else and feels safest around him.

Sword is the first naturally spawned vampire in recorded history, making his existence a mystery even among vampires.

Skateboard

Appearance

A dark-skinned Inphernal with a relaxed appearance, usually wearing oversized red clothing, camouflage pants, and a red beanie. His right horn is broken from an old injury and decorated with orange piercings. He has a scar across his face and additional healed scars on his left arm. Despite looking intimidating, his body language is usually calm and approachable.

Personality

Calm, patient, observant, and emotionally mature. Skateboard judges others by their actions rather than their species and is one of the few people willing to openly accept creatures that others fear. He is practical, thoughtful, and often acts as the voice of reason during conflicts. Once someone earns his trust, he becomes fiercely loyal and protective, though he tends to carry burdens on his own rather than ask for help.

Relationships

Sword: His boyfriend. After learning Sword's secret, Skateboard chose to accept him completely and became one of the few people Sword can fully trust.

Coil: Lives with Skateboard while managing his lycanthropy. Skateboard acts as a stabilizing influence and genuinely wants to help him.

Slingshot: One of his closest friends and a person he deeply trusts.

Boombox: Close friend whose energy and optimism he appreciates.

Butcher's Den: A regular visitor and friend of its workers.

Venomshank: Earned his respect through his relationship with Sword, though Venomshank remains protective of his adopted son.

Medkit: Friendly acquaintance through Sword and Venomshank.

Skateboard's acceptance of creatures often places him at the center of conflicts involving vampires, werewolves, hunters, and other species.

Venomshank

Appearance

An ancient vampire lord with pale skin, glowing red eyes, long fangs, curled green horns, and venomous claws. He usually wears elegant dark-green noble clothing, a plague doctor mask, and a tall top hat. Though refined and civilized in appearance, he can transform into a massive vampire bat. He is often accompanied by his bat companion, Sisyphus.

Personality

Intelligent, patient, calculating, and highly protective. Venomshank rarely loses his composure and prefers careful planning over reckless action. He appears refined and approachable, but beneath that exterior is a dangerous predator capable of extreme violence when necessary. Unlike many vampires, he sees hunting as a necessity rather than entertainment. His greatest weakness is his protectiveness toward Sword.

Relationships

Sword: His adopted son and the person he cares about most. Venomshank personally raised him and taught him everything he knows about surviving as a vampire.

Medkit: Long-time companion and one of the few individuals he genuinely trusts.

Skateboard: Initially wary of him but eventually came to respect him because of how much he cares for Sword.

Sisyphus: His constant companion and trusted bat.

Vampires: Their ruler, guide, and protector. Many vampires look to him for leadership.

Venomshank is over a thousand years old and one of the oldest living vampires. He became responsible for raising Sword after discovering the first naturally spawned vampire in history.

Rocket

Appearance

A dark blue Inphernal who wears a visor, blue cap, and a practical hunter's outfit designed for mobility and carrying equipment. His most distinctive feature is a mechanical prosthetic arm fitted with hidden running blades and combat mechanisms. His appearance reflects his profession as a vampire hunter, favoring efficiency over style.

Personality

Dedicated, hardworking, and responsible. Rocket takes his work as a vampire hunter seriously and strives to honor the legacy of his father, Zukas. While suspicious and stubborn when something feels wrong, he is not needlessly cruel and prefers professionalism over hatred. Around friends, he is considerably more relaxed and friendly. He values loyalty, honesty, and protecting those he cares about.

Relationships

Slingshot: His boyfriend. Slingshot saved him from a vampire attack, eventually leading to their relationship. Rocket deeply trusts and cares for him.

Zukas: His late father and greatest inspiration. Rocket became a vampire hunter to continue his legacy.

Sword: Friend and acquaintance whom Rocket believes is a completely normal Inphernal, unaware that Sword is secretly a vampire.

Coil: Someone Rocket finds suspicious. He is convinced Coil is hiding something, though he has no idea Coil is actually a werewolf.

Venomshank: A vampire lord Rocket would consider a dangerous enemy if they ever met.

Da Shop: Works there alongside his hunting profession to earn additional income.

After Zukas' death, Rocket became a vampire hunter to support himself and honor his father's memory. Despite years of hunting vampires, he remains completely unaware that one of his acquaintances, Sword, is the first naturally spawned vampire in history.

Zuka: Zuka is a retired famous vampire hunter who previously worked under Korblox's Vampire Hunting Division. He now runs Da Shop with his son Rocket, selling vampire safety items and modifying gear. Zuka previously worked with Venomshank in an unknown capacity and hunted vampires alongside Darkheart. He now spends his days working at Da Shop, fishing, and doing easier hunting jobs involving seafolk and merphernals. He wears a crystal emblem on his hat to show his status as a vampire hunter; although he dislikes wearing it, Blackrock insisted he keep it. His equipment includes a pouch containing a stake, silver knife, garlic, and bux.

Slingshot

Appearance

A blue Infernal wearing a patterned bandana, matching scarf, and practical butcher-like clothing marked with "BD." His face is permanently locked into a simple smile that many find unsettling. Despite appearing approachable and friendly, his unreadable expression often gives him an eerie presence.

Personality

Calm, patient, and hospitable. Slingshot accepts others regardless of species and regularly offers food, work, and shelter to those in need. Beneath his kindness is a pragmatic survivor who views cannibalism as an unfortunate necessity rather than a moral horror. He dislikes conflict but can become passive-aggressive when annoyed. His constant smile makes it difficult to tell what he is truly thinking.

Relationships

Rocket: His boyfriend. Slingshot saved him during a vampire attack, eventually leading to their relationship.

Sword: Friend whose vampirism he knows about and keeps secret.

Skateboard: Close friend who trusted him with Sword's secret.

Boombox and Coil: Close friends whom he accepts without judgment.

Vinestaff and Shuriken: Found-family siblings whom he is fiercely loyal to.

Butchers Den and Thieves Rest: Founder and owner of both establishments, using them as safe gathering places for many creatures.

Shuriken

Appearance

A seafolk Infernal with white fur, green markings resembling seaweed and marine growth, webbed limbs, gills along his neck and torso, and a powerful tail. His horns fade into bright pink tips, dyed to resemble Boombox's. As Benthic Dweller, he wears an ocean-themed vigilante outfit and sea dragon mask.

Personality

Gentle, compassionate, and peaceful. Shuriken prefers the calm of the ocean and dislikes conflict, but possesses strong protective instincts toward those he loves. Though soft-spoken and kind, he becomes courageous and determined when acting as Benthic Dweller. He often places others' wellbeing above his own.

Relationships

Vinestaff: His sibling and the person he cares about most. Protecting them was one of the main reasons he became Benthic Dweller.

Boombox: His partner. He works alongside him and even dyes his horns to match Boombox's as a sign of affection.

Slingshot: Coworker and friend, though Shuriken strongly dislikes his cannibalistic habits.

Darkheart: Someone he admires, though Darkheart does not return those feelings and finds his visits irritating.

Benthic Dweller: His vigilante identity, used to secretly protect others from threats.

Originally from an underwater seafolk kingdom, Shuriken now balances life on land, work at the Butchers Den, and his activities as Benthic Dweller.

Boombox

Appearance

A brightly colored Inphernal with a rave-inspired aesthetic. His face is hidden behind a digital visor displaying neon green symbols, while lime-green horns, large headphones, chains, belts, and glowing accents make him stand out in any crowd. A spiked collar hides scars left behind by a vampire attack.

Personality

Energetic, social, and community-oriented. Boombox loves bringing people together through music, parties, and social events. Beneath his cheerful attitude is someone coping with past trauma by helping others feel safe and connected. He is supportive, brave, and emotionally perceptive, though often oblivious to the biggest secrets around him.

Relationships

Shuriken: His partner and closest companion. Boombox helped create Benthic Dweller's outfit and introduced Shuriken to life on the surface.

Skateboard: One of his best friends and someone he trusts deeply.

Sword: Friend he met through Skateboard, completely unaware that Sword is a vampire.

Coil: Casual acquaintance whom he believes simply has anger issues.

Vinestaff: Friendly through Shuriken.

After surviving a vampire attack that left scars on his neck, Boombox began using music, raves, and community events to help others feel safe despite growing dangers across the Inpherno.

Firebrand

Appearance

A massive dragon with dark charcoal scales, deep crimson markings, enormous patterned wings, curved horns, tusks, and rows of spikes running down his back and tail. Gold-trimmed accessories and noble clothing reflect his former status as a dragon lord. Despite his intimidating appearance, he often carries himself with a tired, burdened posture.

Personality

Kind-hearted, compassionate, and deeply protective. Firebrand genuinely wishes for peace between species and prefers diplomacy over violence. Though respected by many, he struggles with guilt and self-blame over past events, often doubting whether he deserves forgiveness. Despite his regrets, he continues helping others and refuses to abandon hope for a better future.

Relationships

Umbrella: One of the people closest to him. Firebrand deeply cares for Umbrella and values their relationship despite everything that has happened.

Lost Temple: Represents the peaceful coexistence Firebrand wishes existed throughout the world. He greatly admires its purpose and what it stands for.

Dragons of Windforce: Firebrand was once their respected lord. Many dragons admired him before the Scorch changed everything.

Other Species: He desires reconciliation between all creatures and hopes to repair the divisions that now exist throughout the Inpherno.

Firebrand was once the beloved Lord of Dragons near Windforce. However, he became responsible for the Scorch, a disaster that shattered relations between species and helped create the fear, mistrust, and hunting that now plague the world. The guilt of this event continues to haunt him, though he remains committed to helping others and restoring peace wherever he can.

Banhammer

Appearance

A heavily armored dragon covered in dark armor with glowing purple accents, spikes, large horns, tusks, and four glowing eyes. He usually hides his powerful purple dragon wings beneath his equipment, giving him an imposing and intimidating presence.

Personality

Stern, disciplined, and highly protective. Banhammer dedicates himself to defending ordinary Inphernals and maintaining order in the Banlands. Though suspicious of dangerous creatures and often intimidating, he values responsibility, earned trust, and protecting innocents above personal prejudice. Beneath his harsh exterior, he struggles with his connection to Firebrand and the legacy of the Scorch.

Relationships

Firebrand: Banhammer intentionally distances himself from Firebrand and his own dragon heritage because of the Scorch and its consequences.

Sword: Knows Sword is a vampire but chooses not to expose him, believing he has proven himself trustworthy.

Venomshank: One of the few individuals whose judgment Banhammer genuinely respects.

The Banlands: Serves as its Warden and primary protector.

Ordinary Inphernals: The people he is most dedicated to protecting.

A dragon and veteran defender, Banhammer spends his life protecting the Banlands from dangerous creatures while carrying the complicated burden of his draconic heritage.

Vine Staff: Vine Staff is a merphernal and Shuriken's sister who prioritizes eating Inphernals as her main diet. She has all standard merphernal traits, including gills on her neck and torso, clawed and webbed hands, and a large fin along her back. Her cursed arm is made from various corals, which caused Darkheart to expel her from the Sea Palace. She possesses an unexplained connection to the ocean and can control coral and underwater species. Vine Staff speaks only Aquatic and is mostly unexpressive aside from her small smile, though she is highly curious about the land and its Inphernals. She considers Slingshot her sibling and spends time with him and Shuriken by the shore. She has no memory of the Sea Palace and does not know that Shuriken watched over her there when they were younger. After escaping captivity, she kept the net that had been placed on her, believing it was a gift. Darkheart destroyed her original arm by teleporting it away from the Sea Palace, unaware that it would later grow back as she matured. Vine Staff lives near the Sea Palace, where Shuriken continues to keep an eye on her, and she is also a friend of Katana.

Katana — Appearance: A red-and-black ichthyocentaur, a hybrid of a centaur and merphernal. He has six gills on his neck and lower chest, webbed hands, a tattooed back, back fin, claws, and a long aquatic tail. He almost always has his gear summoned and ready, including a sword. Personality: Katana is determined, wary, and strongly opposed to corruption. He hates vampires because the Church he escaped from was made up almost entirely of them, but he also distrusts hunters due to their treatment of creatures. He aims to cleanse corruption while protecting himself and others. Lore: Katana escaped the Church and dragged himself through the desert before leaving his brother, another ichthyocentaur, behind. He eventually reached the ocean and found Thieves' Dens Darkage Clan, who took him in and have been affiliated with him ever since. After becoming a target of Blackrock hunter Hyperlaser, Katana was spared and moved to the Crossroads oceanside for safety. Relationships: Vine Staff, Shuriken, and Slingshot are his friends. He is especially close with Vine Staff. He remains affiliated with Thieves' Dens Darkage Clan and is wary of Blackrock.

Subspace

Appearance

A heavily built hunter dressed in dark clothing marked with bright pink symbols and numerous stitched crosses representing vampires he has killed. His face is hidden behind a gas mask, concealing the severe physical damage caused by a supernatural rot. Scars, bite marks, exposed muscle, and decayed flesh cover much of his body, yet he continues to function through sheer determination.

Personality

Brilliant, obsessive, and frighteningly dedicated. Subspace approaches problems like a researcher, preferring investigation and experimentation before action. Years of battling a supernatural rot have left him increasingly unstable and fixated on his goals, though he remains highly intelligent and effective. He respects competence and has little patience for recklessness.

Relationships

Medkit: The source of the rot consuming his body and mind. Subspace obsessively hunts him in search of both revenge and a cure.

Sword: A major target connected to his investigations.

Steampunk: Works under his leadership within the hunting division.

Korblox Vampire Hunting Division: Serves as its highly respected second-in-command.

Vampires: Lifelong enemies and primary subjects of his research.

One of Korblox's greatest vampire hunters, Subspace continues his work while racing against the supernatural rot slowly destroying him.

Delta Biograft: Delta Biografts are specially designed Biografts created to hunt, capture, and kill vampires. They can detect vampires simply by their presence. Delta Biografts cannot be given directives by anyone except Subspace, though members of the public can request that one pursue a nearby vampire. Their arm blades are designed to kill or weaken vampires by cutting into their limbs. Crystals embedded in their hands and the center of their heads provide power and increase their strength. Their metal is made from silver to prevent vampire claws from cutting through it. Delta Biografts roam Crossroads streets, primarily at night, and carry heavy silver blades specifically designed for fighting vampires.

Steampunk Glove

Appearance

A rugged hunter wearing brown and copper-colored gear reinforced with belts, armor, bandages, and protective padding. Mechanical antler-like attachments on her headgear give her a distinctive silhouette. One eye glows faintly beneath her face covering, while natural markings resembling machinery run along one arm.

Personality

Observant, patient, and highly disciplined. Steampunk prefers understanding creatures before fighting them and is especially fascinated by werewolves. Though quiet and reserved, she is deeply curious and often questions whether creatures deserve the treatment they receive. She values knowledge, responsibility, and careful planning over brute force.

Relationships

Blackrock: Her employer. She captures werewolves for the organization but feels increasingly uneasy about what happens to them afterward.

Coil: Knows he is a werewolf but keeps his secret, believing he is harmless and wanting to learn more about his kind.

Sword: Unaware that he is a vampire and treats him like any other Inphernal.

Boombox and Skateboard: Two of her closest friends.

Werewolves: The creatures she is most fascinated by, creating conflict between her curiosity and her duties as a hunter.

A skilled tracker from Craterdust Capital, Steampunk continues balancing her loyalty to Blackrock with her growing doubts about the treatment of captured creatures.

Appearance
A tired, scarred Inphernal with dark gray skin, mismatched cyan and orange horns, and red tubes permanently attached to restraints on his arms. He typically wears simple survival-oriented clothing, including an orange scarf. In his werewolf form, he becomes a massive dark-furred predator with glowing eyes, huge claws, exposed fangs, and the same tubes still attached to his body.
Personality
Irritable, defensive, and constantly exhausted. Years of experimentation and imprisonment left him distrustful and quick-tempered, but beneath the rough exterior he is fiercely loyal to those he trusts. Coil values freedom above almost everything else and strongly opposes anyone who mistreats others because of their species. Despite acting tough, he genuinely cares about his friends and will put himself in danger to protect them.
Relationships
Wolf: Saved Coil from hunters and gave him shelter, clothing, and safety. One of the most important people in his life.
Skateboard: Close friend and current housemate whom Coil trusts deeply.
Sword: One of his closest friends. Both know each other's secrets and accept one another despite being a werewolf and vampire.
Steampunk: Knows he is a werewolf but refuses to expose him. Coil remains wary of her because of Blackrock.
Blackrock: His greatest enemy and the organization responsible for his imprisonment and experimentation.
After escaping Blackrock's experiments, Coil became known for raiding facilities, stealing supplies, and freeing prisoners. He continues surviving with the help of trusted friends while fighting to ensure others never suffer what he endured.

Appearance
A cursed Gear with dark fur, glowing teal eyes, large antler-like horns tipped with turquoise flames, and a white skull mask marked with a diamond symbol. Beneath the mask, one side of his face is severely burned and scarred, with a missing eye and exposed bone. He wears formal teal-and-gray clothing and possesses hoofed legs unlike most Inphernals.
Personality
Intelligent, compassionate, and deeply self-sacrificing. Medkit genuinely wants to help others and often places their wellbeing above his own. Years of being treated as a tool left him struggling with self-worth, making him especially appreciative of people who value him as a person. Curious and scientifically minded, he prefers using knowledge to heal rather than harm.
Relationships
Sword: One of his closest friends and a source of many rumors due to Sword's status.
Coil: Trusted friend whom Medkit helps support.
Rocket: Close friend and part of his found family.
Subspace: Hunts Medkit because of the curse affecting him, though Medkit does not hate him in return.
Scythe: His superior within the Church of the True Eye.
Raised by Korblox as living medical equipment, Medkit spent much of his life being valued only for his healing abilities. After eventually gaining independence and joining the Church of the True Eye, he dedicated himself to helping others while carrying the scars of a life spent as a tool rather than a person.

Appearance
A vampire Inphernal concealed beneath heavy dark blue and black winter clothing lined with white fur. A large visor-like mask hides most of his face and conceals his vampiric traits. Severe burn scars cover much of his body from a failed execution by vampire hunters, and his claws were permanently destroyed in the attack. He is often accompanied by a small black cat named Princess.
Personality
Quiet, cautious, and highly secretive. Hyperlaser rarely reveals more than necessary and prefers observing situations before acting. He values survival, practicality, and efficiency above all else. Though distant, he is loyal to those he trusts and carries the exhaustion of years spent hiding his true identity.
Relationships
Medkit: The only Blackrockian who knows he is a vampire and one of the few people he truly trusts.
Subspace: His superior within Korblox's Vampire Hunting Division.
Steampunk: Frequent coworker and hunting partner.
Katana: Originally hired to kill him before becoming an unusual acquaintance.
Princess: His beloved cat and closest companion.
Despite secretly being a vampire, Hyperlaser works within the very organization that hunts them. After surviving an attempted execution that left him permanently scarred, he devoted himself to hiding his identity while balancing survival, duty, and the constant risk of exposure.

Appearance
A bright golden-orange Inphernal-dragon hybrid with large patterned dragon wings, curved horns, a long tail, and purple accents decorating his horns and crown-like headpiece. As a famous Flipside idol, he wears stylish performance outfits, star-shaped glasses, and a headset microphone. His wings are one of his most recognizable features, inherited from his grandfather Firebrand.
Personality
Cheerful, charismatic, and naturally approachable. Valk enjoys entertaining others and bringing people together through music. Beneath his public image, he is thoughtful and compassionate, particularly toward creatures who are unfairly feared or discriminated against. He prefers understanding and unity over conflict and avoids taking strong sides in political disputes.
Relationships
Firebrand: His grandfather and one of the most influential figures in his life. Their relationship is complicated by the legacy of the Scorch.
Boombox: Supported some of Boombox's community events and appreciates his efforts to unite people.
Crossroads Residents: Feels protective of ordinary citizens and often encourages cooperation through his public influence.
Dragon Communities: Viewed by many as a representative of dragons whether he wants the responsibility or not.
A successful Flipside idol and grandson of Firebrand, Valk grew up surrounded by dragon history and the consequences of the Scorch. Rather than involving himself in faction conflicts, he uses his popularity to encourage understanding and unity in a world still recovering from old divisions.

Appearance
A heavily modified satyr whose body is stitched together from parts of many different creatures. Scars and seams cover much of his body, while his mismatched anatomy makes it clear that very little of the original satyr remains. One eye is damaged and lifeless, his goat tail was replaced with a harpy tail, and much of his body has been altered beyond recognition. Despite this, Broker maintains a professional image through his neat blue suit and polished appearance.
Personality
Charming, intelligent, and highly manipulative. Broker excels at reading people and influencing them through persuasion rather than intimidation. He prefers remaining in control of situations and rarely allows himself to become emotionally vulnerable. Beneath his friendly demeanor lies a calculating survivor who always seems to have an ulterior motive.
Relationships
Medkit: A mostly one-sided friend whom Broker finds both useful and relatable due to their shared experiences with bodily alteration.
Lost Temple Citizens: Accepted him despite his unusual appearance before the Scorch.
Former Satyr Troop: The family he lost during the Scorch, a tragedy that continues to affect him.
A survivor of Lost Temple, Broker learned to rely on negotiation, influence, and manipulation rather than strength. Today he remains a mysterious figure whose smile often hides far more than it reveals.

Appearance
An imposing sea deity with a massive serpentine body, dark scales, glowing green markings, and bioluminescent fins. He wears elaborate royal attire decorated with chains, ornaments, and treasures that emphasize his authority as ruler of the Sea Palace. His glowing eyes, permanent grin, and aquatic features give him both a regal and unsettling presence.
Personality
Proud, charismatic, and deeply self-important. Darkheart sees himself as a superior being whose authority should not be questioned. He enjoys chaos, entertainment, and watching events unfold, often manipulating situations simply because he finds them interesting. Despite his arrogance, he genuinely cares about the ocean, its inhabitants, and certain members of his family.
Relationships
Venomshank: His sibling. Their relationship is complicated, but Darkheart often ignores Venomshank's objections and follows his own interests.
Vinestaff: Expelled her from the Sea Palace, permanently damaging their relationship.
Sea Creatures and Merphernals: The subjects he rules and protects.
Sword: Knows about Sword's vampirism and finds it more interesting than concerning.
Firebrand: A figure Darkheart is familiar with and largely unconcerned by.
As the Deity of Chaos and ruler of the Sea Palace, Darkheart remains one of the most powerful figures in the Inpherno, acting according to whatever captures his interest at the moment.

Appearance
A tall harpy lord covered in white feathers that fade into pale blue. Curved purple horns, elegant jewelry, and layered ceremonial robes give him a graceful and almost divine appearance. Sharp talons, predatory features, and the loss of one wing reveal a harsher side beneath his refined exterior.
Personality
Calm, observant, and detached. Illumina prefers watching events unfold rather than participating in them, often acting more like a spectator than a ruler. He values comfort, appearance, and routine, spending much of his free time grooming his feathers. Though not cruel, his indifference toward the struggles of others often makes him seem cold and uncaring.
Relationships
Darkheart: Responsible for the loss of Illumina's second wing.
Banhammer: Taught him how to fly when he was newly spawned.
Harpies: Commands a large army of followers but rarely takes an active role in improving their lives.
Inpherno Residents: Usually observes their activities rather than becoming involved.
The current Lord of Harpies, Illumina possesses considerable authority but chooses to remain distant from most conflicts, preferring observation over leadership and comfort over responsibility.