Demon Quote by Lois McMaster Bujold
““Welcome to my gates, Ista dy Chalion. I am the Mother of Jokona.” Her hand lifted from the girl’s head, flicked out, fingers spreading. Within Ista, the god unfolded. Her second sight burst anew upon Ista’s mind like a dazzling lightning stroke, brilliant beyond hope, revealing an eerie landscape. She saw it all, at one glance: the dozen demons, the swirling, crackling lines of power, the agonized souls, Joen’s dark, dense, writhing passenger. The thirteenth demon, spinning wildly through the air toward her, trailing its evil umbilicus. Ista opened her jaws in a fierce grin, and took it in a gulp. “Welcome to mine, Joen of Jokona,” said Ista. “I am the Mouth of Hell.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Curse of Chalion, 2001
A powerful entity, the Mother of Jokona, reveals a terrifying vision of demons and souls, then consumes a demon, embodying the concept of a voracious, all‑consuming force.
In simple terms: A fearsome being shows a demonic landscape and devours a demon.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront overwhelming threats.
Themes
mythology
power
danger
vision
consumption
Mood
dark
dramatic
Type
mythic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- role‑playing games
- creative writing
- visual storytelling
- psychological analysis
Key Concepts
fantasy
mythic archetype
psychic imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “Mouth of Hell” symbolize in your life?
- How do you face overwhelming challenges?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may glorify destructive power rather than caution against it.
