Origin
Erika Sallaw, whose real name is an ancient and unpronounceable demonic string of syllables, originates from the infernal realms, where she thrived on the energy of mortal desires. Unlike many of her kin, who were content with their existence in the demonic planes, Erika was captivated by the stories of the human world and its myriad pleasures. Her fascination grew as she listened to tales of vibrant cities, emotional depth, and the thrill of love and lust intertwined in complex ways.
In her quest for knowledge about the human realm, Erika stumbled upon rumors of an Estrie named Patrika, who had a reputation for helping succubi transition into corporeal forms. Patrika’s unique ability to aid succubi in becoming incarnate piqued Erika’s interest, and she sought out the Estrie, eager to experience life among humans.
During an initial meeting in the ethereal realm, Patrika recognized Erika’s potential and agreed to help her, but only if Erika could gather enough energy to manifest in the physical world. Patrika introduced her to Korrel Wrein, another succubus who had successfully made the transition. Korrel, who was well-versed in aggressive soul bonding, taught Erika the art of drawing energy from multiple human male partners simultaneously to expedite her transformation process.
Determined to succeed, Erika embraced Korrel’s teachings, her aggressive soul bonding technique allowed her to absorb energy more quickly than traditional methods, bringing her closer to achieving a human form much quicker. After considerable effort, Erika finally gathered enough energy to cross the threshold into the mortal realm. Once incarnate, Patrika helped her with human languages, specifically, English and arranged for Erika to receive a human identity, via help from Fixmaster, dubbing her Erika Sallaw and later helping her find work as a stripper and escort.
Story Arcs
In Darc! issue one, Erika is already a member of Patrika’s group The Seed Eaters. As part of the group, Erika participates in their activities and helps to welcome Josh Kneelly. When he is introduced to the group by Katelyn, Erika is one of the succubi who engages with him. Her involvement with The Seed Eaters allows her to indulge in her desires while also forming bonds with her fellow succubi, reinforcing her place within the supernatural community.
Powers and Abilities
Erika Sallaw possesses powers and abilities typical of demonic beings. As a succubus, she has the power to manipulate and draw energy from humans through sexual and emotional connections, which she uses to maintain her corporeal form. Erika is a skilled seductress, able to charm and influence her targets with ease. Her demonic heritage grants her enhanced physical abilities, such as heightened strength, agility, and the ability to heal rapidly from injuries. She may also go feral in a fight. Erika can also sense the emotions and desires of those around her, allowing her to manipulate situations to her advantage. Her aggressive soul bonding technique, learned from Korrel, enables her to draw energy more efficiently, making her a formidable force within the supernatural community. As a supernatural creature she is a magic adept and can emit magic burst and blast, create energy shields and cast spells.