Satan’s Diary · Character

Satan

The devil himself, ten days into wearing a human body, who finds words, logic, and loneliness far harder to bear than hell ever was.

major

Also known as Satan of Eternity, Poor Satan

First appearance: Satan's Diary

As a major figure in Satan’s Diary, Satan is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

The narrator and protagonist, experiencing human emotions and suffering.

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With Signor Thomas Magnus (psychological): Satan appears as a tempter and observer, manipulating Magnus's fate and reveling in his moral decay. With Mr. Henry Wondergood (psychological): Satan toys with Wondergood,…

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Character Web

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Relationship types

Psychological
Other

Character groups

Demonic and Religious Figures
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

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Breaking point

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Relationships

Signor Thomas Magnus
psychological · negative
Satan appears as a tempter and observer, manipulating Magnus's fate and reveling in his… How this plays out →
Mr. Henry Wondergood
psychological · negative
Maria
psychological · negative
Signor Thomas Magnus
psychological · negative
Satan appears as a tempter and observer, manipulating Magnus's fate and reveling in his… How this plays out →

Signor Thomas Magnus
Satan appears as a tempter and observer, manipulating Magnus's fate and reveling in his moral decay.
Mr. Henry Wondergood
Satan toys with Wondergood, exploiting his naivety and devotion for his own amusement.
Maria
Satan manipulates Maria's emotions, using her love for Magnus to further his own schemes.
Signor Thomas Magnus
Satan appears as a tempter and observer, manipulating Magnus's fate and reveling in his moral decay.

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Satan appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Satan's Diary
The narrator and protagonist, experiencing human emotions and suffering.
I
Narrator and protagonist; has assumed human form as Henry Wondergood; expresses vanity, weariness of Hell, and a desire to perform on earth.
II
Narrates the chapter as Henry Wondergood, experiencing peace and admiration for Maria, but also revealing his indifference to humanity and his skill at self-deception.
III
Narrates his human experience, love for Maria, jealousy of Magnus, and contemplation of humanity.

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