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**Beelzebul, Belzebuth, Triel the Fallen Archangel, Lord of the Flies, God of Ekron, The Philistine's God, Archdemon of Gluttony, Great Devourer of Damned Souls, Chief Lieutenant of Lucifer, Great Prince Beelzebub, The Fly, [[[SCP-3063]]][[footnote]] A designation by the Jailors. [[/footnote]]**
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**Conspectus**
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Among the high ranking demons of Hell[[footnote]] Also known as the Darkness Above. [[/footnote]] there is Beelzebub, the Lord of the Flies. His authority is second to [https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/scp-738 Lucifer] himself, and he is just as feared across Creation. Many foolishly damn their souls to him in exchange for whatever they desire.

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**Illustration**
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Beelzebub as depicted in the //Dictionnaire Infernal// by Jacques Collin de Plancy.[[footnote]] "What is up with the skull and crossbones on the wings? They look ridiculous." - Kunj [[/footnote]][[footnote]] "The artist is trying to symbolicly represent danger with Beelzebub." - M[[/footnote]]
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**Knowledge**
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**Traits:** Beelzebub is capable of changing forms, but his true appearance resembles a great insect with vast wings and fiery red eyes. It is a painful sight. Looking into his eyes can blind you. He constantly use avatars that resemble ordinary flies one would encounter; however, on very rare occasions, they can also have different forms. The demon can choose to possess bodies.

**Nature:** Beelzebub is a dangerous being that seeks to tempt mortals into a deal. He uses his avatars to approach potential victims, and offers to grant them their greatest desire. However, the bargain always comes with a terrible price. After 2,376 days from making an agreement the victim will perish by countless flies devouring them, and their soul becomes damned to Hell for further torment. Some have tried to outwit this fate, but they always fall prey to Beelzebub.[[footnote]] "What happens if you wish not to be eaten alive by maggots?" - Kunj[[/footnote]][[footnote]] "He will most likely have you be killed by something else or cheat you. Don't expect a demon to play fair." - H.J.[[/footnote]]

Beelzebub is as prolific as Lucifer when it comes to collecting souls. He's also quite persistent at tempting his victims. They will be followed by distant [[[buzzing]]] and whispers until they finally give in to his offer. Destroying his avatars through conventional means[[footnote]] "For clarification, this refers to stuff like fly swatters or insecticides." - M [[/footnote]] does nothing for he will simply create another instance to harass potential victims.

Contrary to popular belief, Beelzebub is not limited to the sin of gluttony. He delights in every sin. Others strongly associate him with gluttony for how many souls he can devour. It can be said that his nature enables excessive temptation in others, which summarizes the nature of gluttony.

It's possible to contact Beelzebub by using a summoning ritual. Eager conjurers can make their requests known to him sooner without having to wait.

**History & Associated Parties:** Beelzebub was born in Heaven as one of the seraphim.[[footnote]] Seraphim are the oldest and most powerful class of angel. They notably have a fiery form, hence their title as the Burning Ones. [[/footnote]] Back then he was only known as Archangel Triel, and served the Almighty alongside his brother Lucifer. Beelzebub joined Lucifer's rebellion, which resulted in him being casted out of Heaven. In the hierarchy of Hell, Beelzebub is ranked as the chief lieutenant to Lucifer and greatly respected.

Beelzebub had an intimate relationship with the demoness Nahemoth.[[footnote]] More commonly known as Naamah, but others also possess that name in religious texts. She is not to be confused with Naamah the Ammonite, the wife of King Solomon who worshipped the demon [https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/general-moloch Moloch]; or the young sister of Tibul-cain the Mekhanite, both of whom were descendants of [https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/scp-073 Cain the Accursed] through Lamech and Zillah in the ancient city of Enoch. [[/footnote]] Their unholy union resulted in the birth of their son Abezethibou.[[footnote]] For further information consult the Hand's entry on Abezethibou. [[/footnote]] According to the Testament of Solomon, Beelzebub and Abezethibou were once captured and interrogated by King Solomon.[[footnote]] Israelite king associated with occult practices such as the [https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/scp-3457 Rite of Solomon]. [[/footnote]]

The demonic legions of Beelzebub are known as the Order of the Fly. They are fiercely loyal, and a powerful force to be reckoned with. The denizens of Hell consider membership with the Order to be a great honor. Notable members include Adirael, Akium, Altanor, Amatia, Ambolon, Arcon, Arogor, Arolen, Balfori, Bilico, Bilifares, Bilifor, Borol, Carelena, Corilon, Dimirag, Diralisen, Dorak, Elponen, Ergamen, Gotifan, Gramon, Hacamuli, Holastri, Iamai, Igurim, Ikonok, Kabada, Kemal, Kipokis, Lamalon, Lamarion, Lamolon, Licanen, Lirochi, Magalast, Namiros, Natalis, Nimorup, Nominon, Orgosil, Pellipis, Plison, Raderaf, Samalo, Sorosma, Tachan, Tromes, Ukobach, and Zagalo.[[footnote]] These demons are listed in the The Book of Abramelin. However, Ukobach and his affiliation with Beelzebub is found in the Dictionnaire Infernal. Both texts are not restricted by the Jailors. [[/footnote]][[footnote]] "I'm thankful that they are listed alphabetically. Otherwise, it would have irked me." - H.J. [[/footnote]] The souls of mortal followers are sometimes recruited into their ranks. Beelzebub personally leads the Order whenever the armies of the Scarlet King attempts to invade Hell.[[footnote]] For further information concerning the conflict between the Darkness Above and Below consult a Librarian for relevant sources. [[/footnote]]

The Pious Flies who pray to the Gangrenous God[[footnote]] Also known as the Grotto of the Gangrenous God. For further information please see the Hand's entry on them. [[/footnote]] have sects that will worship Beelzebub. They consistently view him as an emissary spreading divine filth through his dealings. Occasionally, Beelzebub uses them to spread his demonic influence.

Common people know the name of Beelzebub, but they are kept ignorant about his activities by the Jailors. They refer to him as SCP-3063.[[footnote]] "This information is courtesy of Prince Vassago." - M [[/footnote]][[footnote]] "I'll try to get a copy of this document whenever I have the time." - L.S. [[/footnote]] Bookburners have likely encountered dangerous people who made deals with Beelzebub.

**Approach:** Never make a deal with Beelzebub. The price is simply not worth it. An Enochian ward will suffice in keeping his avatars away.[[footnote]] "A demonic fly constantly buzzing around is annoying so this is great to have." - Kunj[[/footnote]] The instructions for how to make one are available at request.[[footnote]] "We have plenty of books about how to make one in the Library. It is also one of the more easier Enochian practices." - W [[/footnote]]

Be cautious of those who have made a deal him. Sometimes their wishes can be detrimental to others. Assess the situation to decide the best course of action. Killing them may sometimes become necessary, but always take into consideration your strengths before doing so. If you happen to be present at their demise you may flee or use fire on the resulting flies.

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**Observations & Stories**
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Beelzebub is named in the Books of Kings, which the following excerpt is taken from. It concerns the Creator's judgement of King Ahaziah for seeking Beelzebub in the ancient city of Ekron.

> Now Ahaziah fell through the lattice in his upper chamber in Samaria, and lay sick; so he sent messengers, telling them, “Go, inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, whether I shall recover from this sickness.” But the angel of the Lord said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron? Now therefore thus says the Lord, You shall not come down from the bed to which you have gone up, but you shall surely die.’” So Elijah went. - 2 Kings 1:2-4

Beelzebub's name also appears in the Gospel of Matthew from the New Testament.

> It is enough for the disciple to be like his teacher, and the servant like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign those of his household. - Matthew 10:25

The following excerpts are from the Testament of Solomon. The first excerpt occurs after King Solomon binds the demon Ornias[[footnote]] Also known as the Annoying Demon. Depending on the source his name is spelled either as Orias, Ornius, or Oriax. [[/footnote]] with a magic ring from Archangel Michael, and commands him to bring out his fellow demons.

> So Ornias took the finger-ring, and went off to Beelzeboul, who has kingship over the demons. He said to him: "Hither! Solomon calls thee." But Beelzeboul, having heard, said to him: "Tell me, who is this Solomon of whom thou speakest to me?" Then Ornias threw the ring at the chest of Beelzeboul, saying: "Solomon the king calls thee." But Beelzeboul cried aloud with a mighty voice, and shot out a great burning flame of fire; and he arose, and followed Ornias, and came to Solomon.
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> And when I saw the prince of demons, I glorified the Lord God, Maker of heaven and earth, and I said: "Blessed art thou, Lord God Almighty, who hast given to Solomon thy servant wisdom, the assessor of the wise, and hast subjected unto me all the power of he devil."
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> And I questioned him, and said: "Who art thou?" The demon replied: "I am Beelzebub, the exarch of the demons. And all the demons have their chief seats close to me. And I it is who make manifest the apparition of each demon." And he promised to bring to me in bonds all the unclean spirits. And I again glorified the God of heaven and earth, as I do always give thanks to him.
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> I then asked of the demon if there were females among them. And when he told me that there were, I said that I desired to see them. So Beelzeboul went off at high speed, and brought unto me Onoskelis,[[footnote]] Onoskelis is a demoness known to seduce and torment prey. [[/footnote]] that had a very pretty shape, and the skin of a fair-hued woman; and she tossed her head.

> And I summoned again to stand before me Beelzeboul, the prince of demons, and I sat him down on a raised seat of honour, and said to him: "Why art thou alone, prince of the demons?" And he said to me: "Because I alone am left of the angels of heaven that came down. For I was first angel in the first heaven being entitled Beelzeboul. And now I control all those who are bound in Tartarus. But I too have a child, and he haunts the Red Sea. And on any suitable occasion he comes up to me again, being subject to me; and reveals to me what he has done, and I support him."
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> I Solomon said unto him: "Beelzeboul, what is thy employment?" And he answered me: "I destroy kings. I ally myself with foreign tyrants. And my own demons I set on to men, in order that the latter may believe in them and be lost. And the chosen servants of God, priests and faithful men, I excite unto desires for wicked sins, and evil heresies, and lawless deeds; and they obey me, and I bear them on to destruction. And I inspire men with envy, and murder, and for wars and sodomy, and other evil things. And I will destroy the world."
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> So I said to him: "Bring to me thy child, who is, as thou sayest, in the Red Sea." But he said to me: "I will not bring him to thee. But there shall come to me another demon called Ephippas.[[footnote]] Ephippas is a powerful wind demon known for terrorizing Arabia. [[/footnote]] Him will I bind, and he will bring him up from the deep unto me." And I said to him: "How comes thy son to be in the depth of the sea, and what is his name? "And he answered me: "Ask me not, for thou canst not learn from me. However, he will come to thee by any command, and will tell thee openly."
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> I said to him: "Tell me by what angel thou art frustrated." And he answered: "By the holy and precious name of the Almighty God, called by the Greeks by a row of numbers, of which the sum is 644, and among the Hebrews it is Emmanuel. And if one of the Romans adjure me by the great name of the power Eleéth, I disappear at once."
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> I Solomon was astounded when I heard this; and I ordered him to saw up Theban marbles.[[footnote]] Referring to marble from Thebes, Egypt. Do not confuse it with the city of the same name in Greece. [[/footnote]] And when he began to saw the marbles, the other demons cried out with a loud voice, howling because of their king Beelzeboul.
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> But I Solomon questioned him, saying: "If thou wouldst gain a respite, discourse to me about the things in heaven." And Beelzeboul said: "Hear, O king, if thou burn gum, and incense, and bulb of the sea, with nard and saffron, and light seven lamps in a row, thou wilt firmly fix thy house. And if, being pure, thou light them at dawn in the sun alight, then wilt thou see the heavenly dragons, how they wind themselves along and drag the chariot of the sun."

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There is tale about Beelzebub helping a nameless warrior who cared only for battle. One day he laid on the ground dying after an arrow struck his body. Beelzebub approached the dying mercenary with the promise of a second chance. The demonic fly made the deal by offering great strength to the warror. He accepted the offer without worrying about the consequences, and continued fighting against many enemies.

One day the warrior wanted to challenge the Daeva in the east. He battled them until his infernal bargain finally reached its end. The Daevites laughed at his agonizing death, and he went to burn in Hell. The story was told as a cautionary tale, but over the years it was forgotten. The demon prince [[[Vassago]]][[footnote]] A friendly demon who is also a writer. Consult his entry written by the Hand for further information. [[/footnote]] is allegedly writing a screenplay adaptation of the story.[[footnote]] "Really? I'm interested." - Kunj[[/footnote]][[footnote]] "If it's true he'll probably pitch it to the cultists in Hollywood or the [https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/factory-hub Robber Barons]." - H.J.[[/footnote]]

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**Doubt**
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Many are skeptical of the information found in the Testament of Solomon because it is a pseudepigraph. Religious groups in particular are known to disregard it from the rest of holy scripture. However, the Testament of Solomon does contain genuine information found in other sources.[[footnote]] "I think it is an interesting text worth reading." - W[[/footnote]]

The actions of Beelzebub can sometimes be mistaken for those of Lucifer and vice versa.[[footnote]] "Don't forget about the rest of Hell." - H.J. [[/footnote]] Some people will use their names interchangeably or mistakenly believe they are a single entity. Therefore, sources are to be treated with a respectful amount of skepticism.[[footnote]] "It's annoying. They already have plenty of names to go by. Why do some people have to make things confusing?" - L.B. [[/footnote]] Beelzebub and other demons are likely to spread lies to obscure the truth.

Some speculate about whether or not Beelzebub is truly loyal to Lucifer. Demons are not usually known for having positive attributes such as loyalty.[[footnote]] "I feel like that only applies to anyone who isn't a demon of Hell. They ultimately want to damn mortals, and deception helps them to achieve that goal. If things like trust doesn't exist among them then I strongly doubt they would have fallen with Lucifer in the beginning." - H.N.[[/footnote]][[footnote]] "I have to agree with H.N. on this. It sounds like a biased assumption." - C.V.  [[/footnote]] However, there is no evidence to support the claim. Beelzebub continues to serve Lucifer as one of his closest allies.[[footnote]] "They're brothers. I don't see why they wouldn't have each other's back." - H.J.[[/footnote]]

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