Amaymon

Amaymon is known as one of the four Great Kings who rule over the cardinal directions in demonology. Most sources call him the King of the East, but some grimoires place him in the West or North. He commands many lesser spirits and is a key entity in Western demonology and goetic magic.

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Overview

Attribute	Details
Primary Name	Amaymon
Other Names	Amaimon, Amoymon, Maimon, Maymon, Amoyman
Titles	King of the East, King of the West, Prince of the East, Great King, Governor of the Eastern Region
Gender	Male
Alignment	Lawful Evil
Role	Governor of the East, Subjugator of lesser spirits, Tempter of pride, Gatekeeper of the cardinal directions
Rank	One of the Four Kings of the Cardinal Directions
Hierarchy	Serves as a primary monarch under the Infernal Empire; Commands Asmodeus and various lesser Goetic spirits
Legions / Followers	Varies by text; often described as commanding numerous spirits belonging to the eastern quarter
Appearance	Often depicted with a burning or poisonous breath; sometimes appears as a crowned man
Powers & Abilities	Commands eastern spirits, provides knowledge of hidden things, emits toxic breath, controls local air and winds
Associated Figures	Asmodeus, Paimon, Ariton, Orias, Solomon, Ba’al, Belial, Egyn, Magot, Lucifer, Beelzebub, Leviathan, Abaddon, Azazel
Weaknesses	Consecrated rings, silver, specific holy names, the breath of the exorcist (when shielded by a ring)
Opposing Forces	Archangel Michael, Archangel Raphael
Pantheon	Abrahamic (Solomonic / Grimoire Tradition)
Region of Origin	Europe (Medieval and Renaissance Grimoires)
First Known Appearance	16th Century; Pseudomonarchia Daemonum
Primary Sources	The Lesser Key of Solomon (Ars Goetia), Pseudomonarchia Daemonum, The Book of the Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage, The Discoverie of Witchcraft

Description

Amaymon is a central demon in the infernal hierarchy. He stands for the idea of ruling over chaos by turning it into a strict, dark order. As King of the East, he represents the start of dark influence and is seen as the first gateway for those entering the spirit world.

He is known for his strict authority and sharp intellect, showing the cold, administrative side of the demonic order. Amaymon acts as a gatekeeper of forbidden secrets, allowing only those who are properly prepared and protected to face the infernal kings.

Appearance

Amaymon is usually described as having a regal but frightening presence. He often appears as a human king with a crown, though his features are hard to see because of his powerful aura. His breath stands out the most—according to lore, a visible, burning vapor or a poisonous gas. This breath can be deadly or very harmful to anyone nearby who is not protected.

Some accounts show his skin as dark or ashen, highlighting his underworld nature. He does not have animal features such as wings or hooves in the main sources, maintaining a human-like yet monstrous form.

History

Origins

Amaymon’s origins come from the changes between early medieval theology and the more organized demonology of the Renaissance. He is not mentioned in the Bible, but he first appeared in people’s minds when occultists tried to map out the spiritual world.

He came to represent the evil forces of the East, a direction usually linked to the rising sun, but here seen as the start of temptation and infernal pride. Early stories made him one of the four pillars supporting the infernal throne, created as a dark counterpart to the archangels who guard the world’s quarters.

The Binding of the Four Kings

Legend says that when King Solomon got his ring from the heavens, he did not just bind the seventy-two spirits of the Goetia. He first had to face the four Great Kings who ruled over the legions. Amaymon was the toughest of these kings. The story goes that Solomon met Amaymon in a desert where the demon’s breath had killed all plants for miles.

Solomon used the secret names of God to make Amaymon submit. Unlike the lesser spirits, Amaymon was not trapped in a brass vessel. Instead, he was bound by oaths to stay in his own quarter and only appear when called by a skilled practitioner. This event changed Amaymon from a free force to a set part of the occult order.

The Governance of Asmodeus

In grimoire folklore, Amaymon is the superior of the well-known demon Asmodeus. Stories say Asmodeus, known for lust and anger, often acted out of control and risked upsetting the plans of higher demons. Amaymon was given the job of keeping Asmodeus in check, serving as his governor and king. This shows Amaymon’s role as a stabilizing force among demons.

In some oral traditions among dark arts practitioners, Amaymon is called the “King who watches the King.” He acts as the administrator, ensuring the more chaotic spirits uphold the old agreements made in the depths of the abyss.

Genealogy

Attribute	Details
Parents	None documented; typically considered a primordial infernal creation
Siblings	Paimon (Brother-King), Egyn (Brother-King), Oriens (Brother-King)
Consorts	No information exists about specific consorts
Offspring	No information exists about specific offspring
Other Relationships	Superior to Asmodeus; subordinate to the primary Trinity (Lucifer, Beelzebub, Astaroth) in some systems

Sources

Source	Quote
Pseudomonarchia Daemonum	Amaymon king of the east, although others saie he is king of the south.
The Lesser Key of Solomon	The four principal kings are called Oriens, Paymon, Amaymon, and Egyn… these are not to be called except on great occasions.
The Discoverie of Witchcraft	Amaymon is the king of the east, and hath the rule and dominion over all the spirits of that quarter.
The Book of the Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage	To Amaymon, the King of the East, do the spirits of the morning and the air owe their allegiance.

Powers

Amaymon’s main powers are controlling the air and ruling over lesser spirits. His presence is said to make the air heavy, making it hard for those without experience to breathe. He uses his toxic or burning breath to defend himself or attack, causing sickness or paralysis in anyone not protected by a special silver ring.

Amaymon also has the power of “Infernal Revelation.” Unlike other spirits who just tell fortunes, he can make any lesser demon tell the truth, even if they are known for lying. This makes him a master of secrets and information. He also controls the eastern winds, using them to spread whispers or create storms.

Because of his power, Amaymon has complete control over his surroundings and the spirits under him. When he is present, his will overrides the normal rules of the physical world. He can reveal hidden treasures or give forbidden knowledge to those he finds worthy of his distant, careful favor.

Occult correspondences

Attribute	Details
Planet	Sun (or Saturn in specific dark rites)
Zodiac Sign	Leo (sometimes associated with the spring equinox)
Element	Air
Direction	East
Color	Yellow, Gold, or Crimson
Number	4
Metal	Gold
Crystal / Mineral	Topaz, Amber
Herb / Plant	Frankincense, Sunflower
Incense	Frankincense, Storax
Sacred Animal / Symbol	Lion, Crowned Serpent

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