Humots, the Twelfth Servitor of Duke Syrach

Humots is the twelfth of the eighteen servitor demons of Duke Syrach. Humots is also called Humeth although this name largely never arises within the context of practice. He is also mentioned within the Secrets of Solomon and the Grimorium Verum. Like the other demons within this hierarchy, Humots is shrouded in mystery due to lack of comprehensive information regarding his nature. The Plangiere edition of the Grimorium Verum states the following regarding this demon: “Humots can bring you any book you desire.”

This demon’s powers of retrieval can be used to the medium’s advantage or convenience. He is thus a good prospect for mediums looking to collect literature on demonology as he is specifically suited to this purpose. Granted, the demon’s office appears simplistic at the initial observation but is important to acknowledge his demonic nature which renders him potent and immortal. Since the true nature of Humots is unknown, it is important that great care is taken when dealing with him in any capacity – this is through proper conjuration and showing respect.

Humots’ placement towards the middle of the hierarchy notwithstanding, this demon is still potent and must be shown the proper respect shown to all demons during their invocation rituals. It is presently unknown whether the demon himself is of malevolent, benevolent, or indifferent nature – likewise it is unknown whether he is exclusively diurnal or nocturnal. The lack of information regarding his true nature is also proof of the need for only experienced personnel to try summoning this demon. If summoned properly, the chances for a desirable outcome are increased.

The ritual for calling forth this demon is the same one used in the summoning of the other servitor demons of Duke Syrach. This is the most basic ritual for invoking the eighteen inferior demons under the servitude of Duke Syrach although other rituals can also be used to varied ends. Conversely, difficult ritual which is posited for this purpose in the Grimorium Verum. This ritual requires the medium to avoid having any sexual contact for three days in addition to not engaging in any form of sin. After this, the conduction of the last steps in the process of the invocation of Humots can be done.

History

Like the others within his hierarchy, the first instance that this demon is mentioned with recorded history is in 1517 during the publication of the Grimorium Verum by Alibek the Egyptian. There are no correlations within ancient Middle-Eastern mythology or early Graeco-Roman stories. The lack of available information regarding Humots is consistent with the obscurity of demons within this hierarchy. Likewise, he was plausibly an olden pagan god who was demonized with the advent of Christianity throughout Europe in the Middle Ages.

Description

Rank: Twelfth of the Inferior Demons under Duke Syrach

Color: Black

Appearance

There are no credible reports of this demon’s physical manifestation. Even the Grimorium Verum does not make mention of this. It is quite plausible that this demon is invisible when he manifests. The conjuror should expect to feel a rush of demonic energy during the height of the ritual.

The Sigil of Humots

The Demonic Enns of Humots

Liftoach Pandemonium, et germinet Humots

Veni, veni, o comitis Humots

Similar demons to Humots

Attributes of Humots

This demon is capable of bringing to the conjuror any book that they desire regardless of its distance from the place of summoning. His office of retrieval is shared by demons such as Vassago, Foras, Agares, and Kilmaris.
Not much is known regarding Humots as consistent with the other demons in this hierarchy. By hiding his identity in mystery, the true nature of this demon is impossible to know therefore necessitating only experienced conjurors to attempt his invocation.
Like the other demons in this hierarchy, the first instance that this demon is mentioned within recorded history is in 1517 during the publication of the Grimorium Verumby Alibek the Egyptian.

When to summon Humots

This demon is associated with the retrieval of works of literature that are outside the reach of the conjuror. These are typically books which the demon can be summoned to fetch regardless of their distance from the medium.

Ritual Time: The obscurity surrounding this demon means it is unknown whether his nature is diurnal, nocturnal, or both.

Items Required

The seal of the demon
Virgin parchment
Quill
Holy water

Precautions:

As with every other invocation ritual, it is important to show this demon its respect. This not only prevents / reduces malevolent intent but also increases the likelihood of desired outcomes.
Care should also be taken by the conjuror to protect themselves from otherworldly energies. This is done through mentally envisioning a protection circle and entering it.
Overreliance on this demon’s energy is not advisable as it can affect the psychological aspects of one’s life.

Steps

The conjuror should prepare by balancing their energies through engaging in meditation.
The conjuror must also prepare themselves through saying the following prayer while washing the arms and face with the blessed water: “Lord God, ADONAY, who hast formed man in Thine image, I, the unworthy and sinful, beseech Thee to sanctify this water, to benefit my body and soul, cause me to be cleansed.”
The conjuror must avoid all sin and stay chaste for three days, praying five times in the day, and four times at night.
At the chosen time and hour, the virgin parchment should be prepared containing invocations and the Seal of Humots.
The following conjuration is then said: “I conjure thee, Humots, by the name of the Great Living God, Sovereign Creator of all things, that thou appear in human form, fair and agreeable, without noise or inconvenience, to answer truthfully in all the interrogations that I shall make. I conjure thee to do this by the power of the Holy and Sacred Names.”
After completion of the ritual, the demon should be dismissed respectfully through the following prayer: “Go in peace, Humots, whence you came, peace be with you, and come every time I shall call you, in the name of the Father + and of the Son + and of the Holy Spirit + Amen”.