Beelzebub

Devils: Archdevils

At the top of the hierarchy of the Nine Hells stand the archdevils, a vicious and backbiting group made up of the Hells’ elite devils. They include the various lords, the nobles who owe them fealty, and some exiles and outcasts who have fallen out of favor. Favor in the Nine Hells shifts like the wind, and the fortunes of the great and mighty rise and fall at the whims of their betters. Many dread names are included in the rolls of the archdevils; the few described here are among those that adventurers are most likely to encounter.

Wish Fulfillment. All devils seek control over mortal souls, so they offer enticements to tempt mortals into making unwise bargains. Archdevils, possessing the true power of the Nine Hells, can fulfill nearly any desire (within the limits of a Wish spell) requested by the mortals they bind to their infernal contracts. Archdevils always fulfill the letter of the wish, rewarding desperate mortals with a twisted interpretation of their desires. In exchange for this gift, the devil expects and receives total power over a soul and usually claims it upon the mortal’s death. An archdevil can’t fulfill its own wish.

Greater Magical Knowledge. Archdevils have greater magical power and knowledge than any other devil in Hell. Because of that, Archdevils have a greater array of spells that they can cast, those being the following:

Cantrips: Archdevils know all cantrips and can cast each of them at their maximum level (level 17). If an Archdevil has an feature that grants them spells and they gain a cantrip, that cantrip will deal extra damage equal to their spellcasting modifier. Additionally, whenever uses their Spellcasting to cast the True Strike cantrip, they can change its damage from Radiant to either Psychic or Thunder.

At will: Detect Evil and Good, Detect Magic, Detect Poison and Disease, Detect Thoughts, Protection from Energy, Protection from Poison, Protection from Evil and Good, Locate Animals or Plants, Locate Creature, Locate Object, Fireball, Lightning Bolt, Sending

3/day each: Creation (9th level, as an action and lasting forever, regardless of the material created), Harm, Resurrection (as an action), Chain Lightning, Bestow Curse (9th level, 60 foot range), Heal, Hold Monster, Disintegrate, Summon Fiend (9th level, Devil form only), Plane Shift, Counterspell, Dispel Magic (9th level), Dominate Monster, Simulacrum (as an action)

1/day each: Prismatic Wall, Wall of Fire (9th level), Wall of Force, Wall of Ice (9th level), Wall of Light, Wall of Stone, Wall of Thorns (9th level), Wall of Water, Wall of Sand, Power Word Fortify, Power Word Pain, Power Word Heal, Power Word Kill, Forcecage, Word of Recall (towards their lair only), Scatter, Finger of Death, Sequester, Geas (9th level), Project Image

Quickness of Action.  Archdevils have mastered multiple ways of better adapting to certain situations in order to interact with mortals and found unique ways to escape danger. granting them the following Bonus Actions:

• Swift Teleport. The Archdevil magically teleports, along with any equipment they are wearing and carrying, up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space they can see.
• Change Shape. The Archdevil magically transforms into any creature that is Huge or smaller, while retaining their game statistics (other than their size). This transformation ends if the Archdevil is reduced to 0 hit points or uses a bonus action to end it.

Legendary Mastery. Archdevils are considered legendary creatures with increadible power, capable of easily bringing down entire kingdoms by themselves. All Archdevils have access to the following Legendary Actions in addition to the ones they already possess:

• Cast a Spell (Costs 2 Actions): The Archdevil uses Spellcasting.
• Teleport: The Archdevil magically teleports, along with any equipment they are wearing and carrying, up to 120 feet to an unoccupied space they can see.
• Attack: The Archdevil makes one weapon attack.
• Frightening Glare (Costs 3 Actions): The Archdevil targets one creature it can see within 60 feet of them. If the target can see the Archdevil, the target must succeed on a DC 23 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened of the Archdevil until the end of its next turn.
• Summon Underling (Costs 3 Actions): The Archdevil magically summons 1d4 devils of CR 12 or lower. The devils appear in an unoccupied space within 60 feet of the Archdevil and acts as the Archdevil´s allies. The devils remain until the Archdevil dies or until it dismisses them as an action.

Beelzebub

The King of Glutonny, eldest son of Lilith and older twin brother of Belphegor, the Prince of Sloth, Beelzebub shines as the "center of attraction" in the Nine Hells. Appearing almost exactly like a traditional human, save for his wings, Beelzebub uses his appereance as an advantage in order to spread his sin all over the material plane.

Beelzebub is commonly called the King Bee, and he adores this title, since he enjoys the company of bees and has a severe addiction to honey. He adores throwing parties, inviting all sorts of devils and living creatures, being one of the most common ways that he has to spread his sin and bind mortals to Hell.

Living in his oasis-like palace of Beelzehaven, Beelzebub acts like a geenie of sorts, fullfilling wishes for his guests in exchange for their permanent stay in his domain. Like his twin, Beelzebub is very peaceful for a devil, though when angered, he can be just as dangerous as any other devil.

Beelzebub´s Lair

Beelzebub makes his lair in the pocket dimension of Beelzehaven, which is located inside the palace of Lilith in Maladomini. Beelzehaven is a large oasis filled with everything one wishes to consume and enjoy . Anyone who enters there is enchanted by the multiple attractions present.

Lair Actions

On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), Beelzebub can take one of the following lair actions as long as he is in Hell; he can’t take the same lair action two rounds in a row:

Attack. Beelzebub makes one Greatsword attack against one single foe within range.

Cast a Spell. Beelzebub uses his Spellcasting feature to cast an available spell. If the spell normally requires concentration, it lasts for the full duration instead.

Deceitful Whispers. Beelzebub whispers to a creature he can see within 30 feet. The target must make a DC 22 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target has the charmed condition until the start of their next turn and must use their reaction immediately to make an attack against one of Beelzebub’s enemies, chosen by him.

Fiendish Fortitude. Beelzebub recharges Scalding Nectar.

Frenzy. Beelzebub casts Haste on himself. The effect ends at initiative count 20 of the next round.

Summon Underlings. Beelzebub summons 3 Horned Devils that are allied to him in an unoccupied space which Beelzebub can see.

Teleport. Beelzebub teleports himself to an area he can see within 120 feet.

Trap. Beelzebub casts the Hold Monster spell.

Honey Pillar. Beelzebub chooses a point he can see within 300 feet of him. Each creature in a 20-foot-radius, 40-foot-high cylinder centered on that point must make a DC 26 Dexterity saving throw or take 54 (12d8) radiant damage.

Honey Trap. Beelzebub conjures honey that briefly covers surfaces in the lair. The ceiling, floor, and walls of the lair become difficult terrain until initiative count 20 on the next round.

Regional Effects

The region surrounding Beelzebub’s lair is altered by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects:

Clear Skies. The skies above Beelzebub's lair remain clear and free of precipitation unless magically altered. Winds blow lightly, posing little threat to those approaching the lair, and visibility is the best possible for the time of day.

Positive Energy. Any creature that finishes a long rest within 6 miles of the lair regains two additional spent Hit Dice.

Thriving Wildlife. Animal populations flourish within 6 miles of the lair. Ability checks made to forage for food by hunting, fishing, or trapping in that area are made with advantage.

If Beelzebub dies, the animal population near the lair returns to normal levels over the course of 1d10 days. The increased Hit Die recovery ends immediately.