D&D Lore: The Nine Hells - Volume 1 (Dark Eight and Order Amid Chaos)

[@paladinofsmiles5706]

By far the best source of Infernal lore has been your channel, my friend. Had me hooked on your PitFiend Video and now I’ve been creeping through the rabbit hole. Haven’t had the time to binge till now, so now that the Nine Hells series is well on it’s way I’ll start consuming this like Celestial Souls

[@RichesandLiches]

Super kind of you to say, thank you!

[@Violacadet]

I mean there are dozens of video over this same content without these kinds of intros. I feel like this comment was weirdly entitled and backhanded. You can’t say you love the video and then casually suggest the creator remove a third of it? I don’t know if you know but the intro IS part of the video lol.

[@stormrogers5318]

12:56 I challenge that. It did take some work but I took all the lore and spun it to make it all fit. And it fits very very very well.

[@Incredisav]

The last campaign I ran culminated in Phlegathos, I wish this series existed when I was writing it!

[@debloos09]

I wonder how there so much detail of hells it explains so much

[@RichesandLiches]

And so much more to come! :)

[@debloos09]

@@RichesandLiches looking forward to it

[@Ranasylan]

Liking these series. Great job. Keep it up.

[@darthrellim]

Thank you so much for this content and for the content yet to come. It is so hard to find info of the hells and other planes. I find the planes so fascinating and I'm getting ready to send my players into a planar adventure. Your videos are helping so much! Thank you! You are definitely doing the Lord's work! Keep it up. I'm loving the channel!

[@paulellington1505]

I created a Tiefling for a game whose infernal parentage was Zaphen of the Dark Eight. I had known about them from a Nine Hells campaign but just thought that since they weren't mentioned in that capacity again they had gotten busted down to just high ranking and named pit fiends. Great video

[@Comrade2261]

One of my favorite characters I've ever had is my winged Tiefling, Damakos. Who, during last campaign (current one is 2 years in and shares same universe as the previous), found out he's the nephew of Asmodeus, and his father is 1 of the Pit Fiends who make up his Council.

[@SpectrumTide]

One of the best long from dnd content I have listened too on the platform. Thank you for the insight as always!

[@RichesandLiches]

These comments are my fuel for those long edit sessions... thank you very much!

[@Beastmann3d]

Been researching devils and the nine hells for some new game content. This series is exactly what I was looking for.

[@whitedwarf9090]

You sir deserve more subs. You have reignited my love for dnd. Thank you

[@D--FENS]

A small note about alignment tendencies: Acheron embodies the alignment Lawful Neutral (Evil), which is read as "Lawful Neutral with Evil tendencies," and Gehenna is Neutral Evil (Law).

[@Kingtut2121]

I've been running a self built campaign for a year and a half now and am sending my players to the hells. I've been looking for a comprehensive and details explanation of the hells for awhile and am excited to dive into your content. Thanks!

[@RichesandLiches]

Good timing then! and much MUCH more on the nine hells is incoming!

[@Kingtut2121]

I'm here for it! Subscribed and passing the word on to friends so that they can gain the knowledge as well.

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

The theme of each of the nine circles is had via youTube too.

[@dalexander4204l]

Dude, check out chains of asmodeous on dms guild, brand new release, I run baator more than anywhere else, all 9 levels and I LOVE It

[@Kevbo2040]

Awesome channel and a very nice look at the lore of D&D, especially the older stuff that's so interesting. I can't wait to keep watching this series.

[@kmont0231]

Man I have to say even though you're new to the lore space here I find your videos interesting and you're definitely in my top 3 channels for d&d lore. I have been recommending them to people I know that play.

[@RichesandLiches]

Super kind of you to say, thank you so much for spreading the word!

[@kmont0231]

@@RichesandLiches I really dig this one in particular because I am going to run a planescape campaign when they release it (my favorite setting by far). It is a good refresher on how to run dealings with the 9 hells.

[@angelaqian209]

Thank you for your dedication to this series! I’ve always wanted to know more about D&D lord and I’m glad I’ve found this channel 😁

[@skylerluger8366]

Haven’t even finished the video but am already living the vibe and info man! You got my sub 🎉 can’t wait to binge these

[@LoboDeNoche87]

First of your videos I’ve ever seen. Truly amazing and so excited for this series

[@ce641]

I never found people to play with but I love bg1 on pc and I always loved the lore, so this is very entertaining.

[@ryandye9067]

This is amazing! I runn a dnd campaign taking place in hell, the party has been held up in the wild beyond witchlight tie in quest while I've been studying the hells... this resource couldn't have come at a better time.

[@blasto652]

The Nine Hells is a place I have always wanted to visit when it comes to my dnd or pathfinder games, just because its one of the few places in the multiverse were every action is seen as a political move by everyone, even if its not to you.

[@daleortt4874]

Fantastic as usual. Cant wait for the next episode.

[@RichesandLiches]

Volume 2 is on its way... thanks for the watching!

[@lupiniv9767]

Well I found my new obsession

[@Comrade2261]

Absolutely amazing video! I loved the intro!

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you... /bow Super kind of you to say. I was surprised to find it was a bit polarizing to those who "hate intros" but that is a story not an intro in my view. In any event, I really appreciate you watching and then taking the time to leave such a great comment. Thanks again!

[@Comrade2261]

@@RichesandLiches Ya. Just ignore that noise and keep doing you!

[@shironitheguardsman3998]

Your channel is too underrated fantastic work mate

[@TheNhbdy6]

Oh man, HERE WE GO TO THE DEPTHS

[@mickmcgrath8099]

When we get to the lore on specific characters... Any chance of a dive into the lore of the demon lord Y'chak? She's sorta becoming one of the BBEGs of my DM's current campaign and it's been super interesting. Can't seem to find much lore with searches here or on google so far. Just curious to learn more about the lore. Our Hexblade's pact was originally with her, before it was broken with some help from the god of judgment (kelemvor). We also have a illrigger/evil paladin of Asmodeus that is hunting her as well.

[@RichesandLiches]

Adding to my research list!

[@mickmcgrath8099]

@RichesandLiches Would be awesome if you are able to find anything! Thanks for all the great lore so far! Makes my work days go quicker and fills the D&D void until my group resumes after the holidays lol.

[@bunbunnnnn]

I'm so excited to have found this! You've done such a good job!

[@CharlesOakes-j4u]

ok this one was a lantern beyond the call of my friend..tomes,scrolls,and ledgers oh my...it is absolutlly mystical ..im a bad speller its a draw back of knowing a GREAT writer..and hopefully being one myself.....zzzzzz rich..your scap on everything is breath taking..you rock man

[@BloodElfB]

So BG3 has a vice grip on me…I’m definitely new to DnD but so glad I’m now an adventurer and absolutely subscribing 😊🤔

[@wolf_skin]

Your channel is binge fuel! I’d love to see someday a series like this one about the Abyss (or at least, the layers one can know about)

[@tooslow4065]

candlekeep has a mythal and lots of other protections that stop summoning, gate, and teleport spells from working. so it would have had to be all mental.

[@RichesandLiches]

So your position is that Candlekeep has a strong enough magic ward to prevent Asmodeus himself, the creator of the nine hells or any deity/god for that matter from summoning anyone within the confines of Candlekeep? We will just have to agree to disagree on that one my friend... although you may still be correct that is all mental. I leave that descision to you! :) Great comment, thank you!

[@tooslow4065]

@@RichesandLiches who knows how strong the wards are there? has any deity ever appeared inside? and asmodeus is only as powerful as he is because he's on his home plane. what if tharizdun awoke? in greyhawk, he destroyed everything. asmodeus couldnt stop him then.

[@cernunnos_lives]

Just when i think i can't get anymore nerdy... Faerun lore my friends. You can't get anymore than this. And I'm right at home. Too bad the company that owns the Rights, isn't the kind we want to own it. This is a golden nugget in the hands of a Scrooge character.

[@duanebradway1627]

Loving it. Keep up the good work.

[@RichesandLiches]

I will make you a deal.. you keep watching and i will keep making! :)

[@davidnash4905]

Incredible as always

[@RichesandLiches]

So kind of you to say! Volume 2 coming soon!

[@kpeckham1]

I love a timeline/event explanation.

[@wingnut1917]

Another great video and a fun subject Please keep em coming

[@RichesandLiches]

You can count on it! Thank you for the comment and taking the time watch!

[@uzunaruMelonness]

Heavy sighs echo among the dim lights of the nearly-empty void. Scattered earth float among the nothing. Blues and oranges etched on the edges. The slow tapping of boots drum. The singing of rough crystals of mana join. Wisps of blue conjoined into a figure... It is this figure, of leather cloaked and wrapped with pouches, that held the flames of blue. Creeping in, the steady, slow pace of the lady slows. As one would listen closely to her... The familiar voice of Rich is heard. A forbidden slab in her hands. Words passed like a bird. She is but a gain among the sands, held by a god. And he is watching... among the chaos of the realm.

[@wilfulbuckle13]

Quoting Carl Sagan, love it. You got a new sub, excited for this series.

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for watching! Carl Sagan is one of those that left us long before his time and a personal "hero" of mine. I have the pale blue dot image and quote on my desktop to remind me how insignificant we really are in the cosmos and to be thankful and appreciative for what we have and those around us... good to find another Sagan fan :)

[@helldrew6693]

Okay, let's be honest who wouldn't to work as a devil in the nine hells if I had to really pick, I would have to choose between the three a chain devil, a horn devil, or an assassin devil. Honestly, all three are pretty good but I honestly had to go with the horn devil given that's irreversible damage a choice between a whip sword or a pitchfork hellfire infuse course

[@RichesandLiches]

I would be the Dogai, for all the reasons laid out in volume 7. Great comment!

[@Kneenibble]

You're doing great with this project, my man!

[@Kualinar]

I started my D&D journey with the Blue and the Red boxes original D&D, then, I went into AD&D first edition and then, second edition as it got published. Over 45 years of D&D.

[@RichesandLiches]

A veteran with almost double my experience... i bow to you good sir and thank you for taking the time to watch and leave feedback, much appreciated!

[@Durrum1]

I love this game, stuck at 3. x and a 41-year forever DM.

[@pepperino-hotterino]

I watched this three times and still cant get enough xD keep up the great work!

[@YALDABOATHJr]

Fantastic work. Im extremely happy to have found this.

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you kindly! Really appreciate your time and comment!

[@RyanZibell]

I leave this here for your dark patron. May they grant you increased visibility on this fugue plane

[@SkullCowboy333]

This is great, I hope you delve into Soul Harvester Devils as you go through this. Fantastic work.

[@RichesandLiches]

Definitely... all devils... covered in one facet or another... just hope i dont miss any :)

[@republicrising2128]

Waiting for baldur's gate 3 to come out so getting my fix with lore this looks like a really fun series great work

[@rodanechristie2458]

Your images are amazing, especially those asmodeus

[@RichesandLiches]

So glad you enjoyed them... the dirty little secret is that for every image you see on screen... I threw away 10! :)

[@redfaux74]

Use headphones for an even better experience in his videos.

[@GrimDarkHalfOff]

Dude your like the Baldermort of DnD and very cultured choice of the Gedonia soundtrack

[@markmayhew9259]

Just found this channel and I'm pretty excited about it. Thanks for your hard work!

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you so much for the kind words... I will keep making them if you keep watching! :)

[@IDNeon357]

​@@RichesandLiches I hope you consider my idea that Devils destroy undead and liches to capture the souls trapped in undeath. It's an interesting animosity of cosmology in DnD

[@TAttila84]

Thanks, it will be perfect before going to sleep!

[@RichesandLiches]

If you like sleep videos (I know I do) then the end of series supercut will be amazing for people like us :)

[@tyrannicaltypomichaeltester]

I think the world of Krynn needs exploring far more too over looked. Brings so many great stories and characters to light. Takisis, In particular Id love to hear more lore on. Lord Soth, Raistlin, the Dragon Lord wars so much material

[@BasedNarwhal]

Awesome video and channel, thank you!

[@cwesley2005]

Why has it taken me so long to find your channel? This is awesome! Can’t wait to watch Menzoberranzan, drizzt and lolth! Keep up the great work! I’m subbing immediately!

[@RichesandLiches]

Yes the YT algorithm is a fickle god... despite my many sacrifices upon its cold altar! :)

[@davidhood9114]

I have not heard the name Jander Sunstar since 2nd edition. With him being stuck in Ravenloft.

[@RichesandLiches]

indeed... :)

[@TakionDMT]

New fav channel!

[@Slingshot_IL]

Fantastic work.

[@jeremycarr6435]

I just found your channel. Very nice. Activating binge mode. Keep it up.

[@rodneygriffin7666]

This is gonna be sooo good. I love lore!

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for watching, volume 2 coming soon!

[@spiritmonarch]

Love these lore videos

[@dauntebelmont1274]

this helps out a lot especially for someone who doesn't know much about the history 😅 but I'm excited for this trip!

[@RichesandLiches]

THAT my friend is WHY I created this channel and I really appreciate your comment... its so motivating to hear the consumers of the output telling me its useful and enjoyable.

[@DarkWaterTiger]

Just found your channel and I'm looking forward to all the lore videos❤

[@envoy2500]

"Beatings will continue until morale improves!" -Zimimar

[@prestongarner8796]

He will explain lore dnd abyss in the chaotic evil souls at find their way there.

[@crimsonaj]

As someone who is brand new to D&D, where do I need to start with the lore?

[@conorjohanson4049]

My friend and I recently watched this video and we really enjoyed it, and we both love the work you have done with this. After watching we were confused on who Griley Tomekeeper is as we can’t find anything online about him, I was wondering if you could shine any light on who he is?

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for watching... it becomes more obvious as you move through the series but Grilee is a mere plot device allowing me to address the many contradictions we find throughout the versions. It was never meant to be taken as anything more and by the time you finish volume 5 you will understand his role... but my apologies if you feel misled, that was not my intention.

[@conorjohanson4049]

@@RichesandLichesthank you so much for responding to us. This gave us a lot of clarity and even if he’s only a plot device, he is now number 1 in our hearts

[@trently89]

I'm absolutely interested in joining the research team

[@RichesandLiches]

Judging from the expertise so many of you have shown... you and about 2000 others would be great additions. DO KNOW... I read and am mindful of every comment, email and other feedback I get to make each video a little better. This channel is and always will be a community channel... proverbially speaking its not my channel, its ours so make your opinion known, it counts!

[@trently89]

I've seen every video on lore from MrRhexx, have a version of the draconomicon (v4 that has the iron dragon and cobalt dragon and so on

[@lashedvenom]

Man these vids dope af

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you! I really appreciate the watch and the comment!

[@lashedvenom]

@@RichesandLiches thanks for the content! Went on to watch a ton of home brew videos, not even a dm it’s just fun to listen and imagine

[@michaelnichols5023]

This is great. Keep it up.

[@destonlee2838]

CTHULU F'TAGHN RYLEH! WELL MADE!

[@The_Mother.]

i am far more interested in the Nine Hells and the Abyss then i am in the gods of Forgotten Realms... all the stories in the lore coupled with how gods have been presented by DMs in all the time i've been playing DnD has just lead me to conclude that the gods of the forgotten realms are a bunch of toddlers with far too much power and time on their hands and their favorite past time activity is to see how much they can meddle in the materiel realm before Daddy Ao catches them in the act... and for some unfathomable reason he never does catch them. -.-

[@RichesandLiches]

HAHA you are not wrong, but i love the world... but I am fond of the nine hells. That is the PRIMARY issue (among many) why I just could not play 4e.

[@Warglobalnews]

Your descriptions are pretty good, like the adjective noun use to make your language more engaging: forbidden secrets, tall windows, candle-keep study, infernal incantation , ancient pages, diabolical light, perpetual twilight.....in my world of Shadowlight, the ivory sun also never leaves the sky for the kingdom's working class the luxury of experiencing the luxury of a full night's rest beneath a black night sky filled with stars that gleam like polished steel. But like the comment below...."Your Video has some of the Best Visuals. " Where do you get them? An Ai app maybe? I have my own pictures but they are cartoonish, thinking of plugging them into an AI generator for multiple images of same characters?

[@khazgul1629]

That artwork is amazing!! where is it all from I dont recognize them.

[@darigger]

Love the content, commentary and craftsmanship on these videos. Very excited for this series!

[@RichesandLiches]

Glad you enjoy it! TY for the feedback!

[@thelifeandtimesronaldloupe7869]

Bravo!!

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for the kind word and watching!

[@mammonclarke]

Nice work. Keep it up. Hello, Google algorithm.

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you sir... appreciate the time taken!

[@DeeEm1000]

Great vid

[@uutarn]

Well narrated good sir. Your cadence quite something mate, and look forward to the forth coming volumes :-)

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for such kind words... i appreciate you taking the time!!

[@Durrum1]

how does the original spell jammer cosmetology fit into all this?

[@PaintingDadly]

Worst place over the abyss?! Sir remind me not to planeswalk with you.

[@RichesandLiches]

Definitely agree... the Abyss is worse, mainly for the reasons I mentioned... no chance to bargain in the infinite layers... lets go with... "one of the worst" :)

[@D--FENS]

A petitioner in the Abyss can be easily destroyed, but souls in Baator don't have the luxury of an end to their torment.

[@845SiM]

Who did the art work in this video.

[@TheSoling27]

I hope you have copies of Dragon 75 and 76 --

[@RichesandLiches]

What Ed Greenwood fan doesnt! :)

[@TheSoling27]

@@RichesandLiches he lives 40min from my house -- as a player/DM since 1984 -- would love to meet him ..

[@anon_laughing_man]

@TheSoling27 Just go to the library he works at.

[@jchinley7668]

Bro, on one of your videos you talk about a god that was before Ao and I can’t find that clip again. Would somebody tell me his name again, please and thank you

[@Richard-hh3rb]

Can't wait for the blood war

[@RichesandLiches]

Me either! I need a clock with more than 24 hours in a day :)

[@nicholasgeere5125]

Blood war is gonna be killer

[@codybryant4493]

Love it.

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@scpedicini]

Great video though I think that the intro is excessive. Also, this is going to sound a little absurd, but are you using a text to speech engine like Eleven labs that's been trained in your own voice? The reason I ask is that your delivery and cadence is almost "over articulated", and there are seemingly baffling choices for when you choose to pause between various phrases.

[@RichesandLiches]

Well I am not sure if I should be flattered or offended... but no its my own voice. I used to work in sports radio many years ago and have always been a public speaker or maybe I just talk wierd, either way its who I am and that part won't be changing. Regardless, I appreciat the question, watch and comment.

[@RichesandLiches]

P.S. I am curious about the pauses you speak of... can you provide a good example/timestamp? :)

[@marsfalcon9250]

I see the Nine Hells as the rabbit ear, antenna television option while the supreme cable package that is the 666 layers of the Abyss are just a better choice for those that like variety. Yet considering that every Hell or Layer are 'channels' most folks wouldn't ever want to watch, let alone suffer in for all eternity, I think I'll stick to viewing entertaining, fun and informative lore sharing of what they're all about without choosing one or the other. Appreciate the story telling partner, good fortune.

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for taking the time to provide a thoughtful comment, really appreciated!

[@helldrew6693]

Which one's your favorite layer? Personally I want to go down to Phlegethos

[@RichesandLiches]

From a world building perspective, gotta go with Nessus just because its a near blank canvas but that is not a good answer. Phelegothos is a good choice, I think watching diabolic court would be cool, but I think my choice would be Maladomini, just to visit the Carnival Eternal :) Great question, thanks for sharing!

[@MrDometheo79]

D and D needs a proper MMO. Not that crap they peddle. Outdated and for kids. D and D, DESERVES Something with the depth, sheer depth of ESO or GW2. Preferebly ESO (3rd person view is better then gw2. More immersion etc. Easier to apreciate massive structures Etc.) The art of D and D is a phenomena awaiting to be unlocked and unleashed. Just imagine!!! You are free to trvel to Waterdeep! Luskan! Be killed 100000s of monsters! You can visit Menzoberranzan!!!!! ESO is around 120 gigs (granted, the code is a bit unoptimised etc etc) but just imagine an MMO that large but set in the D and D! No words....

[@michaelbowes6277]

I am a big fan

[@thatdumdum8216]

Let me start by saying that i LOVE your videos. My only suggestion is to cut down on the intro a bit. I'm 20 minutes in and the video just started. Other than that, great work!

[@richfisher7000]

It is valid feedback thank you. However I had to do one intro for a 13 part series. I considered making the intro it's own video but that would be disjointed. Thank you very much for your comment!

[@thatdumdum8216]

@@richfisher7000 that is a fair point. It was literally the only constructive criticism I could come up with. 😆

[@RichesandLiches]

I have yet to create the perfect video and i am ok with that... each comment and piece of feedback i get is considered and used to try and make the next one better... I am so appreciative that people care enough to take the time out of their day to provide it! And as I said, it was a valid concern that I also had when I structured it this way. Unfortunately it is one of those, cannot please everyone all the time scenarios. Some really love the intros, some want to get straight to the core of the video... so the happy medium is the chapter search so it can be skipped. :) But thank you... sincerely!

[@thatdumdum8216]

@RichesandLiches I love what you are doing, so keep on keeping on!!

[@onekill-762]

NO! make them longer please!

[@blackwolfe638]

Curious, what do you think of MrRhexx?

[@redfaux74]

If anyone wants to hear what is written in the most annoying voice and simple concentration of facts I guess they should watch it. I can't. If Rex can get 200k subs then Rich can get 500k.

[@RichesandLiches]

From your lips (fingers?) to God's ears... or KZbin Alogrithm! :) Thank you sir, you are too kind... /bow

[@aurelcorstan5242]

Hell yeah! 😉

[@majinsole8554]

This is great, thanks! ~_~

[@blackwolfe638]

Fay Rune. Not ron. :)

[@RichesandLiches]

So funny you say that... i definitely know how its pronounced and winced myself when i said it... could not tell you for the life of me why it came out that way... or why I still say AsmoDEEus about 20% of the time! The The latter I chalk up to calling him AsmoDEEus since being in grade school until I had kids of my own... but the FaeRON... that just came out of nowhere! :)

[@michaelallain7706]

​@@RichesandLichesTaking criticism with grace is admirable. Great job on everything.

[@zoezarn3026]

even so kinda a dick move to correct

[@DerexWolfheart]

@@zoezarn3026literally not rude whatsoever please seek mental health for hyper sensitivity

[@megabyte5726]

what is pravonance?

[@RichesandLiches]

A unique or special origin.

[@alpaga4820]

🎉🎉🎉

[@axelthouin4389]

fantastique

[@RichesandLiches]

[@ilovecheese3339]

Nice

[@RichesandLiches]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@kidelloco]

Uuh subscribe ... love it ❤❤❤❤

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

I have a feeling doing this scenario justice is going to require the intensely descriptive rendition of story telling. The colors, contrasts to them, structures if any as well as flotsam & jetsam if any..the sounds & so on. I like this but it feels like WE ARE MISSING something from this no matter who tries to do it. Expect a male & female (peers..) to make it happen in all sincerity. My guess that is.