Minoson, Twelfth of the Inferior Demons

Minoson is another of the inferior demons mentioned within the Grimorium Verum outside of the eighteen servitors of Duke Syrach. The major grimories which make mention of this demon are the Dictionnaire Infernal and the Grimorium Verum. Within the Grimorium Verum, he is ranked twelfth within the hierarchy. There are otherwise no mentions of this demon within the mainstream circles of demonology thereby enshrouding him in mystery. The lack of detail regarding demons’ specific identities is a major and recurrent theme throughout the Grimorium Verum.

The Grimorium Verum states the following about this demon: “Minoson, is able to make anyone win at any game.” The office of this demon has to with gambling and bringing lack to the conjuror during games. His powers can thus be a powerful tool for enrichment if harnessed and leveraged properly. It is however noteworthy that his true nature is unknown due to the dearth of information regarding his historical background – this means that great care should be taken when invoking him.

It is noteworthy that being the twelfth mention within a hierarchy of fifteen creates the implication of lower ranking – the demon is still potent and the lack of specific information regarding him means that there can be no knowing his true motives. The demon could be malevolent, benevolent, or even indifferent towards human beings thereby posing a challenge for conjurors with modest levels of experience. In order to avoid ruination while gambling, any invocations of Minoson should thus be done by an experienced medium.

The ritual for summoning Minoson is the same one used in the summoning most of the other inferior demons within the Grimorium Verum. It is a relatively difficult ritual outlined in the Grimorium Verum specifically for this use. It asks the medium to avoid all forms of biblical sin nor have any sexual contact for a period of three days. After this, the last steps in the process of the invocation of the demon can be conducted by the medium. Despite its seeming complexity, it is the most basic ritual for invoking the inferior demons and quite practical.

History

The first time that this demon is mentioned within recorded history is in 1817 through the publication of the Grimorium Verum in 1817 – the Dictionnaire Infernal was published the following year in 1818 marking the second time that Minoson was mentioned within recorded history. Ancient Middle-Eastern mythology or early Graeco-Roman narratives do not make mentions of this demon further adding to the mystery surrounding him. Minoson was quite possibly an early pagan god who was demonized with the spread of Christianity throughout the early civilizations in the Middle Ages.

Description

Rank: Twelfth of the inferior demons mentioned within the Grimorium Verum

Appearance

There are no reliable reports of this demon’s physical manifestation within major grimories. Even the Grimorium Verum does not make any mention of Minoson’s looks. It is quite likely that this demon is invisible when he manifests and the conjuror should expect to feel a rush of demonic energy at the height of the ritual.

The Demonic Enns of Minoson

Liftoach Pandemonium, et germinet Minoson

Veni, veni, o comitis Minoson

Similar demons to Minoson

  • Bucons, Demon of Hatred
  • Clauneck
  • Beelzebub
  • Satanachia
  • Sustugriel

Attributes of Minoson

  • This demon is capable of bringing luck to any person playing a game. His office is gambling and he can therefore be summoned for the purposes of enrichment.
  • Not much else is known regarding Minoson as consistent with the other demons in the same hierarchy. By concealing his true identity in mystery, the true nature of this demon is impossible to know therefore necessitating only experienced conjurors try his invocation.
  • Unlike the other thirteen demons in this hierarchy who were first mentioned within recorded history is in 1517 during the publication of the Secrets of Solomon by Alibek the Egyptian, Minoson was first recorded in 1817 with the publication of the Grimorium Verum.

When to summon Minoson

This demon is capable of bringing luck to any gambler and can thus be called forth when one needs to win a game of any kind.

Ritual Time: It is not known whether he is a day or night demon.

Items Required

  • The seal of the demon
  • Virgin parchment
  • Quill
  • Holy (consecrated) 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 also be taken by the conjuror to protect themselves from otherworldly energies. This is done through mentally envisioning a protection circle and entering it.
  • Over-reliance on demons’ energy is not advisable as it has been posited to affect one at the psychological level.

Steps

  • The conjuror should prepare by finding a quiet place to engage in power meditation in order to first balance their energies.
  • They should then prepare themselves by stating the following prayer as they wash their arms and face with the holy 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 any form of sin and stay without any sexual contact for the next three days, whilst praying five times in the day, and four times at night.
  • At the conjuror’s chosen time and hour, the virgin parchment should be prepared containing invocations and the Seal of Minoson.
  • The following conjuration should then be said: “I conjure thee, Minoson, 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, Minoson, 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”.
  • The character of the demon should then be burnt because he can only serve you once as posited within the Grimorium Verum.