Vrolikai

Vrolikai
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Uncommon Large Demon Fiend Unholy Level 20 Alignment LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE Source: Monster Core, pg(s). 82 Type Outsider (chaotic, demon, evil, extraplanar) CR 19 Environment Abyss Alignment LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE Source: Bestiary 2, pg(s). 81

Vrolikais, also known as death demons, manifest from a sated demon returned to the Outer Rifts. They serve as executioners, assassins, and leaders of demonic armies.

Associated sin

Gluttony, though their satiation means they suffer no associated vulnerabilities.

Appearance

A vrolikai is a gray-skinned, four-armed demon with the face and wings of a bat, horns, and a scaly tail. Their feet end in three curved claws.

Habitat and ecology

While other demons are formed from mortal souls, vrolikais manifest from demons sated from gorging on mortals in the Universe, who then return to the Outer Rifts for a transformation process that leaves them vulnerable.

Vrolikais require centuries to grow into their potential power after manifesting, which requires stealth and preparation in the hostile Outer Rifts. After building up their forces and fortifications, they redirect their attention back to the Universe. Their ability to consume all types of sin suits them well as rare leaders among the chaos of demonkind, and even demon lords lean on their abilities as commanders.

Balors often summon vrolikais for aid.

Possessions

In lieu of weapons, vrolikais wield dagger-shaped manifestations of black flame that evaporate within a minute of being dropped. They also accumulate and wear magic items from their victims and hoard other treasures in their lairs.

Known vrolikais

See also: Category:Vrolikai/Inhabitants

• Azothinaktus, the Hollow Princess
• Vathwhari, the Silent Witness
• Vissagho, the Scarlet Sign
• Shaorhaz, the Glutton of the Green

References

Paizo published a chapter about nabasu demons and their relationship with vrolikai demons in Demons Revisited.