Hicpacth, the Eleventh Servitor of Duke Syrach

Hicpacth is another of the eighteen servitor demons of Duke Syrach. He is mentioned within the Secrets of Solomon as well as the Grimorium Verum. Hicpacth is the eleventh demon within this hierarchy placing him somewhere within the middle. The Plangiere edition of the Grimorium Verum states the following regarding this demon: “Hicpacth will bring you a person in an instant, though he be far away.” Other mainstream grimories however do not make mention of this demon serving to add obscurity to his identity.

Like the other demons within his hierarchy, there is a notable lack of information regarding this demon. His powers of retrieval can however be used to the conjuror’s convenience or advantage. As long as he is invoked properly, the risk of malevolence – punitive or otherwise – is reduced. This is especially important considering that the true nature of this demon is unknown within demonology circles. In so doing, one therefore increases the chance of a desirable outcome while simultaneously protecting themselves from possible malevolence.

The ritual for calling forth this demon is the same one used in the summoning of the other servitor demons of Duke Syrach. It is a fairly difficult ritual which is outlined in the Grimorium Verum. This ritual asks the medium to avoid all forms of sin or have any sexual contact for three days. After this, the conduction of the last steps in the process of the invocation of Hicpacth can be done. This is the most basic ritual for invoking the eighteen inferior demons under the servitude of Duke Syrach as other rituals can also be used to varied ends.

Among the other names which this demon is referred to by are Hepath and Hiecpacth – these are hardly ever used within the context of practice however. Hicpacth’s placement towards the middle of the hierarchy notwithstanding, this demon is still potent and must be accorded the proper respect shown to all demons during invocation rituals. The lack of information regarding his true nature is also more proof of the need for only experienced personnel to try summoning this demon.

History

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. The Grimorium Verum does not make mention of his origins as well. The obscurity around this demon is further compounded by the lack of connections with ancient Middle-Eastern mythology or early Graeco-Roman myths. He is quite possibly an ancient pagan god who was demonized with the spread of Christianity during the Middle Ages.

Description

Rank: Eleventh of the Inferior Demons under Duke Syrach

Color: Black

Appearance

Not much is known about this demon’s physical appearance as the Grimorium Verum does not make mention of it. Furthermore, there are no reports of his appearance within credible accounts or major grimories. Like the other demons within this hierarchy, Hicpacth is shrouded in secrecy and it is plausible that he is invisible when called forth.

The Sigil of Hicpacth

The Demonic Enns of Hicpacth

Liftoach Pandemonium, et germinet Hicpacth

Veni, veni, o comitis Hicpacth

Similar demons to Hicpacth

  • Humots
  • Khil
  • Clauneck
  • Klepoth
  • Frutimiere
  • Vassago
  • Agares
  • Foras
  • Kilmaris

Attributes of Hicpacth

  • 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 Verumby Alibek the Egyptian.
  • Not much is known regarding Hicpacth as consistent with the other demons in this hierarchy. By clouding his identity in mystery, the true nature of this demon is impossible to know therefore necessitating only experienced conjurors to attempt his invocation.
  • Hicpacth is capable of retrieving someone or an item which is far off in an instant as posited within the Grimorium Verum. Other demons with similar capabilities are Foras, Vassago, Agares, Humots, and Kilmaris.
  • It has also been posited that he works not by bending people’s wills but through careful observation of the conjuror’s needs.

When to summon Hicpacth

The office of this demon is concerned with the retrieval of faraway people and items. He can thus be called forth when the need arises.

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 demon, it is necessary to accord this demon its respect. This not only prevents / reduces malevolent intent but also increases the likelihood of desired outcomes.
  • Care should be taken by the medium to protect themselves from otherworldly entities. This is done through mentally visioning 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 Hicpacth.
  • The following conjuration is then said: “I conjure thee, Hicpacth, 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, Hicpacth, 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”.