Ipos

Humans behave according to the decorum of society, which is just, for they would be nothing more than animals who deceive, kill, and manipulate. No, I take back my word-- calling them animals is an insult to nature itself.— Ipos

Ipos is the 22nd Spirit of the Ars Goetia, an Earl and powerful Prince of Hell, who has thirty-six legions of demons under his command.

Overview

Ipos is both an Earl and a Prince among his peers. He can make the most shy person confident, witty, and bold. His services are highly sought after by those aware of the impact of his powers. He makes boring people interesting and the average-minded seem like intellectuals.

Those who wish to summon Ipos should burn dark blue candles and sandalwood in the summoning circle. The mystic scholar who codified the modern forms of binding, who was so obsessed with studying Vestiges that he became one himself.

Appearance

He is commonly depicted with the body of an angel with the head of a lion, the tail of a hare, and the feet of a goose, less frequently in the same shape but with the body of a lion, and rarely as a vulture. His attire normally consists of regal clothing from the 1500s or 1600s.

History

Fall from Grace

Ipos was once one of the angels who joined the Archangel Lucifer in his rebellion during the War in Heaven, and was cast down to Hell alongside all other rebel-angels. He was present at Pandemonium during Lucifer's Rally, officially declaring himself as an enemy of God forever.

Count of Hell

Due to his loyalty, he became a Count/Prince amongst the Goetia; 72 elite demons who control various regions and aspects of Hell. After his inauguration of being a Count/Prince, he was given thirty-six legions of demons to command. At some point in time, he encountered Guy Fawkes and "gave him a little inspiration".

Power and Abilities

He knows and can reveal all things, past, present and future. He can make men witty and valiant.

He can make shy people confident, boring people interesting, and dullards seem like intellectuals. He imparts decisiveness and self-control, and is said to rule over death, self-development, and divination. He can reconcile friendships, reveal secrets both past and future, discover hidden treasures, and influence decisions.

Myths and Legends

Original text from the Ars Goetia

“The Twenty-second Spirit is lpos. He is an Earl, and a Mighty Prince, and appeareth in the form of an Angel with a Lion’s Head, and a Goose’s Foot, and Hare’s Tail. He knoweth all things Past, Present, and to Come. He maketh men witty and bold. He governeth 36 Legions of Spirits. His Seal is this, which thou shalt wear, etc,.”

From Tikaboo

“He is an Earl, and a Mighty Prince, and appeareth in the form of an Angel with a Lion’s Head, and a Goose’s Foot, and Hare’s Tail. He knoweth all things Past, Present, and to Come. He maketh men witty and bold. He governeth 36 Legions of Spirits.”

From the Daemonolatry Goetia by S. Connolly

“Some texts say Ipos is an Earl and can use those correspondences (Red/Mars/Iron etc) as well. Invoke Ipos for courage or to be more decisive. Ipos can also be invoked to sort out confusion or to bring your emotions under control.”

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