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Goat-demons are creatures that are native to [[Hell]], and predate even the [[Devils]]' arrival.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Speak_to_her_about_the_symbol_she_wrote|Speak to her about the symbol she wrote|Fallen London|}}</ref> They're typically encountered as staff of the [[Brass Embassy]] in [[London]],<ref name="offer many souls to the brass embassy">{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Offer_a_great_many_souls_to_the_Embassy|Offer a great many souls to the Embassy|Fallen London|}}</ref> and they're employed as enforcers for various infernal factions.<ref name="complication surly goat demon" /> Goat-demons have hooves and fierce-looking talons that are nonetheless capable of precise work,<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Uncooperative|Uncooperative|Fallen London|}}</ref><ref name="offer many souls to the brass embassy" /> and despite their bestial appearance, they're sapient and are capable of speech.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Easy_money%3F|Easy money?|Fallen London|}}</ref> In fact, they may even ''dress up'' for formal occasions.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/A_dance_with_devils!_0|A dance with devils! 0|Fallen London|}}</ref> Goat-demons typically graze on the bones that litter the grounds of the the [[Hurlers]],<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Grazing_Goat-Demons|Grazing Goat-Demons|Fallen London|}}</ref> but they'll gladly eat entire animals, such as horses, should the opportunity present itself.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Breed_the_Plated_Seal_5|Breed the Plated Seal 5|Fallen London|}}</ref> | Goat-demons are creatures that are native to [[Hell]], and predate even the [[Devils]]' arrival.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Speak_to_her_about_the_symbol_she_wrote|Speak to her about the symbol she wrote|Fallen London|}}</ref> They're typically encountered as staff of the [[Brass Embassy]] in [[London]],<ref name="offer many souls to the brass embassy">{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Offer_a_great_many_souls_to_the_Embassy|Offer a great many souls to the Embassy|Fallen London|}}</ref> and they're employed as enforcers for various infernal factions.<ref name="complication surly goat demon" /> Goat-demons have hooves and fierce-looking talons that are nonetheless capable of precise work,<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Uncooperative|Uncooperative|Fallen London|}}</ref><ref name="offer many souls to the brass embassy" /> and despite their bestial appearance, they're sapient and are capable of speech.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Easy_money%3F|Easy money?|Fallen London|}}</ref> In fact, they may even ''dress up'' for formal occasions.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/A_dance_with_devils!_0|A dance with devils! 0|Fallen London|}}</ref> Goat-demons typically graze on the bones that litter the grounds of the the [[Hurlers]],<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Grazing_Goat-Demons|Grazing Goat-Demons|Fallen London|}}</ref> but they'll gladly eat entire animals, such as horses, should the opportunity present itself.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Breed_the_Plated_Seal_5|Breed the Plated Seal 5|Fallen London|}}</ref> | ||
==All Fear the Overgoat!== | |||
<blockquote>''"They turn their eyes from you when you speak its name. "I hear the bleating in the night," one says. "Five churns of wolf-milk soured. My daughter woke with a cast in her good eye. May its shadow pass from us!""''<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Learn_of_the_Overgoat|Learn of the Overgoat|Fallen London|}}</ref>{{Character|image1=<gallery> | |||
OvergoatArt.jpg|Overgoat | |||
Ubergoat.png|The Übergoat | |||
Heptagoat.png|Heptagoat? | |||
</gallery>|location=[[The Echo Bazaar]] (Overgoat)<br>[[The Iron Republic]] (Heptagoat)|allegiance=Unknown|title1=The Overgoat|caption1=Do not think you can hide from it.|caption2=GOAT OVER GOAT}} | |||
</blockquote>The '''Overgoat''' is an extremely powerful being with the appearance of a goat-demon, spoken of only in whispers across Fallen London. Opinions on its exact nature and origin differ, but its watchful gaze, intimidating presence, and Caprine Authority are unquestionable. Those in the good graces of [[The Echo Bazaar|the Bazaar]] may purchase the Overgoat's companionship at an exorbitant price, and make use of its ability to <span style="background-color: purple">[REDACTED BY THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC DECENCY].</span><ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Use_the_Goat%27s..._unique_talents|Use the Goat's... unique talents|Fallen London|}}</ref> | |||
=== Greater Goats? === | |||
The Overgoat is not one of a kind, but it is incredibly rare. When two meet, they may <span style="background-color: purple">[REDACTED BY THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC DECENCY]</span>. The resulting '''Übergoat''', "the goat of which Goethe wrote",<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/GOAT_OVER_GOAT_(1_FATE)|GOAT OVER GOAT (1 FATE)|Fallen London|}}</ref> has the keenest senses of any known being, with twice the fearsome mien and Caprine Authority of an Overgoat. | |||
A further gathering of seven Übergoats, under the right conditions, might further <span style="background-color: purple">[REDACTED BY THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC DECENCY]</span> the ultimate Caprine Authority, called the '''Heptagoat'''.<ref>{{Citation|https://fallenlondon.wiki/wiki/Heptagoat|Heptagoat|Fallen London|}}</ref> | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
