The circles of hell

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In the Seven Circles of Hell, each scorching realm embodies a different sin, from gluttonous wastelands to wrathful infernos, and every step deeper unleashes ever more brutal demon bosses guarding the portals to the next circle. Adventurers wield a system interface that levels through combat, allowing them to evolve into sin‑specialized beings—turning souls into powerful demons—while angels from the holy plane appear only in the mortal or holy realms, making every encounter a perilous dance between fire and faith.

World Overview

High magic world, medium technology, the world is comprised of seven circles of hell, each representing a sin that is reflected in the environment and creatures. Each circle is more dangerous than the last and has a boss demon guarding the portal to the next circle.

Geography & Nations

Each circle of hell has a major stronghold or city under the control of a boss demon,

Races & Cultures

The world is populated by demons and the souls of the dead. The souls of the dead can kill and get stronger and become demons of any sin

Magic & Religion

Everyone has a system interface. People level through kills. Every time they level they gain a skill point they can use with the system interface to gain or upgrade a skill. Demons and angels can evolve Every 20 levels into a stronger form and the evolutions refine your sin into something more specific (ex: gluttony- excess, wrath-slaughter)

Planar Influences

There are two other planes, the mortal plane and the holy plane, it is impossible to interact with the mortal plane without being summoned or using an established gateway, angels from the holy plane can only be encountered in the mortal realm or the holy realm

Monsters & Villains

Every demon is hostile, with an arch demon guarding a gateway to the next circle. The last circle has an arch demon of pride that is considered the most powerful in hell and sits on the throne of hell

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The circles of hell?

In the Seven Circles of Hell, each scorching realm embodies a different sin, from gluttonous wastelands to wrathful infernos, and every step deeper unleashes ever more brutal demon bosses guarding the portals to the next circle. Adventurers wield a system interface that levels through combat, allowing them to evolve into sin‑specialized beings—turning souls into powerful demons—while angels from the holy plane appear only in the mortal or holy realms, making every encounter a perilous dance between fire and faith.

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