The Demon Council
The shadowy rulers overseeing humanity's fate as livestock.
The Demon Council represents the governing hierarchy of the demon race responsible for overseeing the agricultural system that sustains their civilization. While not always explicitly named as a formal board in every translation, this collective of high-ranking demons manages the farms where human children are raised as livestock. They operate from the shadows of the human world, issuing directives to farm managers and ensuring the steady supply of food for demon society. Their authority is absolute within their domain, though they face challenges when humans begin to organize against their control.
- Role
- Ruling Authority
- Affiliation
- Demon Race
- First Appears
- Mid-Series Arcs
- Status
- Active
- Key Liaison
- Rell
- Objective
- Human Farming Management
Lore & Background
This faction views human children not as people, but as a vital food source essential to their survival and culture. Their society is built upon the premise that consuming humans grants them longevity and power, creating a moral chasm between the two races. The Council maintains strict protocols regarding breeding, raising, and harvesting these 'products' to ensure quality control. Over time, internal disagreements have emerged within this leadership group regarding how best to manage human populations. Some members advocate for stricter containment to prevent escapes, while others push for policy changes that might increase efficiency but risk rebellion. These decisions ripple down through the farm managers, directly impacting the lives of children in places like Grace Field House. Their power is immense, backed by magic and technology far beyond human understanding. However, their arrogance often blinds them to the potential of human resilience. As the story progresses, the Council's grip on the system weakens as humans begin to uncover the truth about their world.
In Their Own Story
The air in the capital was thick with sulfur and silence. High-ranking figures stood atop a obsidian balcony, looking out over the sprawling darkness where the farms lay hidden from human eyes. One of them held a report regarding an anomaly at a remote facility. 'They are learning,' a voice rumbled, echoing off the stone walls. Another nodded slowly, fingers tracing the edge of a ledger filled with names that were never meant to be spoken aloud. The decision was made in whispers: tighten the net, or risk losing everything they had built.
Reader's Guide
They aim to maintain the food supply for their race while managing human populations efficiently across countless farms. Their leadership is strictly hierarchical, with high-ranking demons making executive decisions that trickle down to local farm managers and overseers. Internal conflict arises from differing views on efficiency versus tradition, notably regarding the export of children and the "New Policy." Some favor stricter control to prevent escapes, while others push for new policies to maximize yield without risking contamination or rebellion. They oppose the human resistance directly but often work through intermediaries like farmers who handle daily operations. Their interaction with humans is strictly transactional and predatory, viewing them solely as livestock rather than sentient beings. Despite their immense power and magical abilities, they frequently underestimate human ingenuity and emotional bonds, leading to significant strategic setbacks in later arcs. The council prioritizes systemic stability over individual whims, ensuring the farming system remains sustainable for generations of demons.
Did You Know?
- High-ranking demons communicate with farm managers using specialized communication devices hidden from children.
- The "New Policy" was a controversial decision made by leadership that changed how human exports were handled.
- Rell served as the primary liaison between the demon leadership and escaped humans during critical negotiations.
- Their society relies on magic to maintain their physical forms and extend lifespans through consumption.