Oh man this is so good. When the guard showed up I could feel the shock and surprise and my mouth widened for a second! I know this is a grimdark story but I couldn't help but cheer on the guard in my head! But alas, you stay so true to the lore and there's little chance they'd ever win against a greater deamon, I can also see the changes now in solomon as his character develops, although I think I know where it's going, and it isn't towards the emperors light. Can't wait for the next part.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
That was the response I was hoping for! I'm glad it translated that way. Halfway through writing the third part now so you'll just have to wait and see where this tale goes 👍
@Angelof2362 жыл бұрын
when the tiger striped sentinel blew up I lost all hope
@louditalian19622 жыл бұрын
BS. The guard kill those filthy things all the time.
@jacobdarling1524 Жыл бұрын
There’s something very satisfying/cathartic about listening to the music of heretics getting purged by the Guard.
@Saphintosh Жыл бұрын
"This was no militia outfit... This... Was the Guard!" *Cheers and frenetically stumps the ground with lasgun's cross*
@Kroggnagch Жыл бұрын
Y'know, on one hand, the Maidens of Excess are quite alluring. On the other hand, is a crab claw.
@Nemoknowsnothing2 жыл бұрын
I am now wondering how many like Solomon are "loyal" servants of the Emperor in the battalion
@spottedslash42562 жыл бұрын
Quite literally hiding in there armor. Those eye sockets in their helmets, windows to the Madness.
@xavis_dad Жыл бұрын
It's probably dudes like this who end up becoming high ranking Inquisitors. Dude is pretty resilient to the taint of the Warp. Slanesh anyway.
@Mikesulli9010 ай бұрын
@xavis_dad considering it ends with him continuing to march with cultists after reminiscing about how pleasurable it felt to murder an imperial guardsman after taking the bait of a demon near the start of the first chapter, I don't think he's resistant to anything here.
@Ironbattlemace2 жыл бұрын
Holy shit. Just 5/5. This captures Slaneesh ultra good. Best damn writing and narration job in years.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I am totally humbled by this message. Thankyou so much my friend. Hope you enjoy part three!
@omegavon2 жыл бұрын
The Absolute constant state terror Solomon feels witnessing all of this, and his inherent cowardice compounding him to survive while also I belive driving him mad and slowly corrupting him. Not to mention the first person he killed was a guardsman. Yeah he's on his way to the warp. Thank you soo much for such great work , really transports you into 40k horror.
@geeljire92472 жыл бұрын
It was a corrupted guardsman tho, wasn't it?
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Nope, regular my friend
@geeljire92472 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid I didn't reach that part when i commented, i was thinking of the first episode
@MNM-lq9te2 жыл бұрын
@@geeljire9247 well yes he did kill a corrupted guardsmen in the first ep, but he really didn't kill him he stumbled and triped on his own guts and fell on the blade solomon was holding. So more or less aided suicide
@xenathcytrin2022 ай бұрын
From the very start of this tale Solomon has been corrupted. He worshiped slanesh the moment he first craved for excess, an excess of life. He lasted after one more day, and he did not care what he gave up for it. The mask he wears fits him perfectly.
@slippytrippy8122 Жыл бұрын
Damn, you actually made the Guard sound terrifying! That was fresh - I loved the distinction you made between militia and Guard. Loved the series, you deserve support. Part II really hit hard compared to the others imo
@PayYourTick2 жыл бұрын
Honestly mate that battle is better written and narrated that likely any BL audiobook I’ve ever heard, you’re a genuine gift to this community, Thankyou.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I loved writing that battle scene. Thankyou for the kind message!
@PayYourTick2 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid my pleasure man, we all appreciate your interaction with fans too. Have a good one.
@soulsmoke018 ай бұрын
Indeed
@ElPorpoise2 жыл бұрын
My lord, how are you this on point with Chaos/Slannesh? This is some of the best Slannesh representation I’ve ever read! Great work!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
It's a worry right? 😜
@MandoMTL2 жыл бұрын
Let us not ask questions. ;)
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
@@MandoMTL best not to...
@CloudParadox-is1jc Жыл бұрын
Almost as if... he's corrupted by chaos
@jeremytitus951921 күн бұрын
@@CloudParadox-is1jc he has been seduced by voices… from the void
@callumglen19342 жыл бұрын
We need more of this level when having audiobooks on chaos
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I am dedicated to bringing some chaos fun into people's lives!
@Faus4us2 жыл бұрын
I was sent here by a commenter from Balder's latest Slaanesh video. I had to subscribe. Great work brother.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much! Glad you found your way here brother!
@nodopamine62432 жыл бұрын
Amazing work. I don’t understand why you are not bigger. This beats out Audible any day.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate this message James. I'm just happy to have listeners like yourself
@lolwtfbbq1112 жыл бұрын
Agreed. This is so dark and hopeless 😭
@jinpachibobochan3532 Жыл бұрын
"Desperation spread like a quick-acting nerve gas" I love this channel cuz the descriptions are so creative! It gives the scene more life and thus makes it more enjoyable to listen to. The narrator also has the perfect voice for Warhammer audiobooks, sounding like some veteran guardsmen, telling grimdark stories.
@AVoxintheVoid Жыл бұрын
I'll take that as a double compliment as I wrote and narrated this story 😎 cheers boss!!
@jacobdarling1524 Жыл бұрын
This was horrific. In a good way! I have never seen Slaanesh and it’s followers in a more terrifying light. Well done.
@MrFredstt2 жыл бұрын
These 2 parts have been some of the greatest depictions of Slaaneshi daemons. Great work Vox! I think I'll have to re-listen to this come Halloween
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Means a lot to me friend. I'm glad you're digging my take on chaos
@brooklynkeith28772 жыл бұрын
I listened to this 3 times in a row everything is so detailed i didnt want to miss anything, its like im right there with Solomon..... im worried he might be liking the twisted ecstacy Slannesh provides too much to come back, his sanity may be to far gone especially since his first body was a guardsman. Then again *All The Gods Are Dead* ... im hyped for part lll for sure.
@jonakamah9 ай бұрын
this is really good ....the maturity gives a clear description of the grim drack of the 40k future
@maxnewton55022 жыл бұрын
How do you not have more subscribers, the quality of your content is amazing
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
That's really kind of you Max. I think the KZbin Algorithm doesn't like me very much but I appreciate everyone who has made it here so far! Vox
@TheSorrowOfTheReaper2 жыл бұрын
I loved how visceral you described the action scenes with the Guard suddenly appearing and poor Solomon slowly succumbing to Chaos... looking forward to part 3!
@InsectSpray2 жыл бұрын
I was going to ask who wrote this, but then I read the description. Well done! This is fantastic! I am very much an Imperial fanboy but I am quite happy they didn't win the engagement in the forest and deprive me of this wonderous writing. How very hedonisticly slaneshi of me...
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou very much! I'm having a lot of fun telling this story. I thought I'd pepper in some hope along the way...just to snatch it away again 😎
@mcchicken18492 жыл бұрын
You really do a great job of describing action scenes. Played out like a movie in my head, very well done, can't wait for part 3! Interesting to see the characters progression from the start of the first episode to the end of this one, can see (what I at least assume to be) the corrupting powers of Chaos taking its effect on him.
@davebowman90002 жыл бұрын
Me, when the Painter disrobes: Oh, wow, you're really going there, uh? *Dude paints a painting* Me, embarrased: Eh...that's what I call playing with expectations
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
😉
@KillTeamHungary2 жыл бұрын
Few more of these and you will not need us anymore. Great job Paul!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Cheers brother Hungary! I'll always need dudes like you my friend
@100thMkey2 жыл бұрын
The escalation of your voice with the action is so enthralling.
@Nyctonaut Жыл бұрын
Just noticed this one is an original. It's absolutely amazing. I'm a listener to many different creepasta narration channels and other horror channels for years and years. I also do narration myself from time to time. I'm a massive lifelong horror fan and recently becoming obsessed with 40k. And i do have to say this series is one of the most engaging and well written stories I've listened to in a long time. Great work. Just finished part 2 and am about to lay down and start part 3. Really, fantastic job, my friend. Obviously keep up your amazing narrations, but also, DONT STOP WRITTING!
@milesaway34222 жыл бұрын
THIS IS SO DARK AND SOOOOOOO GOOD
@highchaplain07862 жыл бұрын
One of the best stories so far Vox!
@davebowman90002 жыл бұрын
This is a beautiful work of art! When you get to a 100k followers, you should definitely submit something to the Black Library. Loved every second of it!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David! That should be my challenge for sure.
@lolwtfbbq1112 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Personally, I think black library doesn't do enough horror stories.
@SonOfTegz9 ай бұрын
I’ll be a bit less broad with my compliments this time: the choice of focus on the gore and barbarism is perfect enough to push your mind to grotesque thoughts but not outright disgusting in its imagery, not to mention every action of Solomon feels so real, you can understand his thoughts his actions, how his body is running on instinct while his mind hides away behind the iron mask. It’s so perfect in its choice of description, the right stuff so you know where you are and what the place is but not to much to spoil the image it creates in your mind. This whole series is just so there, I can’t say I’ve found a single issue with it it just feels so enveloping.
@baz55212 жыл бұрын
Nice one Brilliant looking forward to part 3
@Dino50112 жыл бұрын
Stellar work! Really impressive how concistent the extraordinary quality of your work is.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much Dino! Can't wait to show you part three!
@pseudomastix29162 жыл бұрын
Finally, the wait was killing me.
@kocoffgames41449 ай бұрын
Too bad the guards lost the attack. This battle was extremely well written, the way you manage to color the scene is really impressive. On to part 3 !
@JohnSmith13334 Жыл бұрын
Bro your action scene was unbelievable. Gripped me so intensely and the background sound adds so much depth.
@chrismennega304211 ай бұрын
at this point hes just a play thing for slanesh whos probably savouring his slow desent into madness
@AVoxintheVoid11 ай бұрын
bingo
@intboom Жыл бұрын
This is great. So many people throughout history have ended up being swept up into army after army out of necessity
@thesaviorofsouls5210 Жыл бұрын
Loved the mental images you gave me with the artist section, and of course incredibly well written and told as a whole as always!
@AVoxintheVoid Жыл бұрын
Thankyou my friend. I had a lot of fun writing that scene.
@HailKingBiffofEngland2 жыл бұрын
You really are fantastic at this. The pace of this was so well done, honestly it's probably the best short story/series I've every listen too mate. Bloody top job.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
You are truly too kind Kenny. I'm super glad you enjoy my writing. This has definitely given me the taste for it going forward. 🤘
@LilGinjaMassive2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Now This Is 40K. Great Narration of a Great Narrative.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks boss! Glad you enjoyed my tale. Third part coming by next weekend
@shouryajitbhattacharya29002 жыл бұрын
Oh ho ho, Vox knocks it out of the park yet again
@archangelofstories55652 жыл бұрын
I cannot get over the battle near the end, the efficiency of the guard, quickly disintegrating into fear versus the ecstatic brutality of the cultists and Demons. This is how I always imagined Slanneshi Demons fighting, not with bloodthirsty rage like Khornate Demons but with elegance and grace. A truly amazing battle description Vox
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Wow.. thankyou so much for sending me this message. Means a lot to know people enjoy my writing and share my opinions on how certain units and daemons should fight
@archangelofstories55652 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid I've always had my own view on how Chaos Demons fight. Khornate Demons would be blood crazed bezerkers, Nurgle Demons would be slow and deliberate like Death itself, Tzeentch Demons would be cunning sorcerers and Slanneshi Demons would be just like this, fast, majestic and brutal, as if they were dancing more than fighting. I won't lie when I say that this story has helped inspire me to get back into writing and the fight has given me inspiration in regards to how to write a battle description
@archangelofstories5565 Жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to this series and every time I feel pride and horror with the battle at the end. Still one of the best 40k battle descriptions I've ever heard
@AVoxintheVoid Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed listening to the battle as much as I loved writing it boss!
@Bjornbroder12 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to this. I like how it's on a Sunday.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
#slanneshisunday
@randomdontbanme31542 жыл бұрын
Here we go!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Hope you liked it sir!
@zazz69ed2 жыл бұрын
The tale takes us further down the rabbit hole of this man's break with who he is now and who he was and who he shall be... Am loving every narration !!! I am off to listen to act 3 now.
@jessezondlewski25972 жыл бұрын
Vox you have truly captured the true horror of the 40k universe, the savage bloodletting of an uncaring universe. Your voice has given me inspiration for an encounter in my wrath and glory campaign.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
That's amazing. I would love to hear how it goes!
@jessezondlewski25972 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid I will keep you posted, the sessions are few and far between. I was thinking if maybe having another imperial citizen in a similar situation to Solomon, and how the party will react to him.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
@@jessezondlewski2597 definitely keep me posted! Sounds really interesting!
@roymcroberts86832 жыл бұрын
Man I love it. You never fail to crush it every time. By the end of the story every time I'm on the edge of my chair.
@3_Star_Belt2 жыл бұрын
Bravo! Got pulled in so deep, that I actually felt some disappointment when it was over :D Very much looking forward to the next part! Do you have a patreon or paypal account where one could show some appreciation?
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks hunter. The third part is about halfway through the writing process at the moment. If you look on my channels art at the top of the page you'll find a PayPal link. I really appreciate the support and generosity Vox
@KnifeCursed2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely excellent story so far! I loved every moment of it.
@chucktailord1235 Жыл бұрын
I was really hoping they would save him. but alas... thus is the world of the grim dark. I admit, I don't know much about the 40k universe. but this is a great audio peice even for those that dont know much about the universe.
@hislightness2 жыл бұрын
What a masterpiece of descriptive story telling
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much, I can't wait to get part three to you!
@GabrielChristtiane2 жыл бұрын
Damn!! I finally find a time to continue on your work when i chill with painting... This was great! The battle part give me a real goosebumps! You are growing so quick brother! Great work
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gabriel! Glad you enjoyed it brother!
@Chipotlespice2 жыл бұрын
Damn, the slow descent into corruption is chilling.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy the final part!
@johnnyblaze40532 жыл бұрын
I didn't know what to expect but I know good doesn't begin to describe your talent and passion
@brentreimer64112 жыл бұрын
Good work, Vox. You're very good at immersing the audience.
@edgarmackenzie17892 жыл бұрын
These are too dam good can't wait for the next part
@texasallstar6969 Жыл бұрын
Is this not from warhammer 40k horror stories? It's perfection and better than many of the books I've read. An I had read a fuck ton hundreds.
@AVoxintheVoid Жыл бұрын
Yeah this is my own story 🙂
@CJ-uf6xl2 жыл бұрын
Man, I'm excited for this!
@p1nkishninja10 ай бұрын
I've never played Warhammer, nor know much about it, but this is sick. Like awesome
@informitas0117 Жыл бұрын
It's ironic Slaanesh receives so little love, glad this exist to remedy that.
@julianspeed73222 жыл бұрын
Yet more fantastic work, looking forward to the next part!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Julian, I'm glad you're enjoying my series!
@MrDrDealGood2 жыл бұрын
I see a fantastic tale unfolding…. Farm owner loses everything but his life to the horrors of the warp….. to then make it through nightmares of untold horror that would have a greater Demon of The blood god blush To rise up and single handed turn the tide of battle and attain victory for the AllFather… 😀 or that might just be a story in my own mind lolol Such a pleasure is listening to each new chapter so excited for more. Only complaint is having to wait for more after each content drop I’d love a 2 hour chapter drop 🙏🏻
@richjohn24972 жыл бұрын
Truly amazing! This is 40k to me! You are very talented brother
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much Rich! I absolutely loved writing this tale and trying to put to words what 40k means to me also. I'm glad you enjoyed it as well!
@jeremyzang8802Ай бұрын
So dark very graphic well written 👌 well read as always 👏
@TheKaos82 жыл бұрын
Great work!!! I realy feel sorry for the guy. Even if he would throw down his weapon and surrender, he would only be burned as a heretic. As the inquisitorial saying goes: "Innocence proves nothing!" Although you hardly cant call him innocent any more after killing a guardsman. Even if done in self defence.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad my writing has elicited such a response. I wanted people to initially hate the character but begin to question how they would react in the same situation. I think a lot of people would be surprised...thankyou again!
@TheKaos82 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid You did a great job with that. I probably would not have mustered the strengh to go through that ordeal for seven days, like Solomon did. In a way his cowardice turned out to be a virtue as it kept him going till he got a chance to redeem himself. May he rest at the Emperors side.
@ansinexum9999 Жыл бұрын
For all the gods being dead, there is a lot of talk about chaos gods 🤣 10/10 story I'm excited to continue 🤗
@kortonstillpeak23882 жыл бұрын
You haven’t missed yet Vox! Can't wait for the next one
@Knights_Oath2 жыл бұрын
This part of the story is why I never went on Tumblr when it existed. My eyes would have never been the same.
@greatamazinga2 жыл бұрын
Extraordinary work so far!! Love how much passion you put into your work!!
@nix-cipher2 жыл бұрын
OMG this was fkn awesome!! Pure 🔥
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brother Nix! 🤘
@blacksuite12 жыл бұрын
Love the story and your voice! Keep up the good work.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou very much, I'll certainly keep it up if people like yourself keep listening! 👍
@morgs456 Жыл бұрын
I can't wait for the grey knights to show up Awesome. Thank you mate
@BlackRaptor779 ай бұрын
Dude i keep listening to the 3 vids because I'm a fresh face in warhammer and I was hoping to find a narrative look at a demonic incursion. Also as a novice writer I'm super impressed with this short story.
@christianwarrior31692 жыл бұрын
Just finished the first part I'm pumped asf
@worldwar1flyingace6452 жыл бұрын
Another masterpiece. That battle gave me chills!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Mission accomplished!
@kayvaanmcsharrowkyn69012 жыл бұрын
SOO EPIC ! LOVING THIS STORY MY BROTEIN SHAKE!! CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT INSTALLMENT OK AWESOMENESS!!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
The third and final part is online my friend! Hope you enjoy the finale
@brentfu1119 Жыл бұрын
This is gorgeous work!
@MrGruntles Жыл бұрын
Gonna always remember this story when I think of Slaanesh. What's the name of the track that plays in the first half?
@kronanthekonqueror29792 жыл бұрын
Quality stuff man. Really damn good 😍
@natedog53082 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!! Love it almost makes me wanna join chaos 👀
@Keddeadkedemption2 жыл бұрын
Amazing work. I'm hooked
@sugarjumper452 жыл бұрын
im gonna call this writing style Pickman's Novel...cause holy fuck this is some horrifically vivid prose. yet it is captivating in its repulsion.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to take that as a huge compliment Sam
@sugarjumper452 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid oh a gigantic compliment. Like emperor class Titan sized compliment
@MandoMTL2 жыл бұрын
The painter selecting him must be an omen... I truly do want to see him descend, and then ascend: reborn.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Maybe he saw something in him...the white feathers are a little hint as they symbolise something. There's definitely more descension on the cards, we'll have to wait and see if I'm feeling generous enough to give Solomon any form of retribution...
@MandoMTL2 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid Oh I meant ascension into the pantheon of Daemons. Retribution is so cliche...
@adamgriffiths40222 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, cheers for doing this.
@seelenverkaufer48612 жыл бұрын
YES! YES! I've been waiting for this depraved story
@maddogmadden232 жыл бұрын
Best Slaanesh representation! I'm making my Slaanesh warhost based on this story.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Wow! That's incredible! Make sure you link me somehow to any of your work!
@maddogmadden232 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid I definitely will!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
@@maddogmadden23 can't wait. feel like a proud parent
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Also what elements of the slaaneshi guard did you like the most? Just wondering
@maddogmadden232 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid well I really liked the idea of these masked guard members which are grimy and dark. I'm going to do it with some Noise Marines (because they are cool). But I love the idea of Slaanesh guard, and they are so under represented. But mixing them in with some flyers, armour, and deamons in what you described in this series as much as I can.
@lay-hannowway89432 жыл бұрын
Real enjoyed this and am hoping for a part 3 😉👍
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Oh it's coming! Finished writing it yesterday so I will be recording it this week 🙂
@lay-hannowway89432 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid you legend 😁👍
@connorriggs15182 жыл бұрын
Well I missed the release but at least I can watch it before bead
@quanguy8624 Жыл бұрын
Something about his strytelling I'm thinking vox is in cahoots with slaanesh I cant stop listening😮
@TAttila842 жыл бұрын
This will be gooood!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it!
@TAttila842 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid I enjoyed it a lot, this depraved cruelty and corruption is the true essence of Slaneesh, and you wrote and narrated it perfectly. Thanks for the quality content again!
@socalghia2 жыл бұрын
The worst part is getting to my next site and having to pause it.
@colescott99822 жыл бұрын
Well done sir im excited for the next one
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I'm about halfway through writing it my friend!
@colescott99822 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid take all you need sir this is a great look into the Corruption of a normal man trying just to survive
@colescott99822 жыл бұрын
@@AVoxintheVoid you should do one for each God that would be cool
@ChaoticVoicesofAndreas2 жыл бұрын
My feelings throughout: Oh no, OH YES, OH NOOO.
@CJ-uf6xl2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant!
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much C J!
@thisisstartacus11752 жыл бұрын
If I'm not mistaken the tank that was mentioned was a either a hydra, chimera, or land raider.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
It can whatever your imagination wants it to be 🤘
@ditmarvanbelle10612 жыл бұрын
Stellar work!
@nicholasgraveline7384 Жыл бұрын
Sweet Emperor. The delicious horrors I have born witness to.
@Angelof2362 жыл бұрын
It's a grand party until a flare goes up.
@ishiwatari83272 жыл бұрын
insanely good!
@philipscott20252 жыл бұрын
Send for the black templars.
@Bollthorn2 жыл бұрын
I felt genuinely sickened at the hospital scene.
@AVoxintheVoid2 жыл бұрын
I'll take that as a compliment! I hoped someone would pick out that moment