The Supreme Ruler knelt before a crimson altar centered in a pond of blood, kowtowing as he murmured, "O Demon God, creator of this world, your loyal child seeks your enlightenment."
Moments passed with no response from the altar or the Demon God. Still the Supreme Ruler kept kowtowing. Hours stretched into days, and weeks passed without any sign or answer.
Yet, the Supreme Ruler remained as still as a statue. When trying to communicate with the Demon God, it was normal for the Supreme Ruler to wait for years, even decades.
Throughout history the Supreme Rulers attempted contact with the Demon God hundreds—if not thousands—of times, yet the responses were so rare they could be counted on one hand, or even just three fingers.
The only time a Supreme Ruler is guaranteed to hear the Demon God's voice is during the Succession Ritual where they become the Supreme Ruler, when they receive its guidance and blessing.
