Blue Exorcist: The Grigori, Explained

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Key Takeaways

  • The Grigori are Supreme Advisors and founders of the True Cross Order, with significant roles in its formation.
  • The founders of the Grigori include Azazel, Shemihaza, and Armumahel, each serving unique purposes.
  • The Grigori Agency is tasked with maintaining the Grigori and managing their crystallizations, playing a crucial role in the equilibrium of the world.

As a dedicated fan of Blue Exorcist, I can confidently say that the Grigori are undoubtedly some of the most intriguing and influential characters in the series. Their roles as founders of the True Cross Order and Supreme Advisors add an extra layer of depth to the narrative, creating a sense of mystery that keeps viewers hooked.

The Grigori are essential pillars and originators of the True Cross Order, holding positions as top-tier advisors with unquestionable authority. Every Grigori member has significantly contributed to the establishment of the Order, a legacy that lives on through their offspring and successors.

In the anime titled “Blue Exorcist“, the Grigori function as a guiding body dedicated to shielding the human realm from demonic forces. Yet, it’s important to note that their power has its limitations, and there’s often more than meets the eye when it comes to understanding this organization fully.

Who are the Grigori?

The Grigori are three of the founding members of the Order

As a gamer, I’d rephrase it like this: I hail from a lineage that traces back to the Grigori, the esteemed counselors of the True Cross Order of Knights, who not only founded but wield absolute power within this sacred order. Contrary to popular belief, this order wasn’t solely human in origin. Long ago, Lucifer, the radiant monarch, was among the first Ba’al to experience a spiritual awakening, leading him to seek a suitable vessel for his divine essence.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but reflect on the tale of Lucifer, one of the mightiest among the Eight Demon Kings, as chronicled by Mephisto Pheles in Chapter 86. Due to his immense power, he was the first to succumb to degradation, enduring unimaginable torment and anguish. In response to this excruciating pain, Lucifer channeled his agony towards humanity, persuading the other Demon Kings to join him in our realm, leading to a catastrophic onslaught that brought forth destruction, fires, floods, and disease. Alas, this devastation marked an unfortunate era for us all.

In a bid to avert human annihilation, Mephisto and two of his kin collaborated, imparting knowledge on how to combat demons to humankind. This partnership marked the emergence of the True Cross Order, an organization that has persisted for approximately 100-200 years. This order served dual purposes: it equipped humans with the means to ward off demonic threats and maintained the balance in the world.

Since the Grigori were among the creators of the True Cross Order, they also established a protective body for themselves, named the Grigori Agency. This role is currently led by Jeremia Uzai as its director. The Grigori are often seen adorning light-hued attire. Primarily, the duties of the Grigori Agency involve overseeing and managing the Grigori, as well as maintaining the Holy Ground where their crystallizations reside.

Who are the founders of the Grigori?

They consist of the Azazel, Shemihaza, and Armumahel

Grigori’s trio consists of Azazel, the Ruler of Spirits, Shemihaza, and Armumahel. It is worth noting that certain members among the Eight Demon Kings allied themselves with humans to impart knowledge on how to vanquish evil spirits. Among these demon kings, Azazel, the Spirit Ruler, formed an alliance due to his compassion for the Sol or Twin Stars.

In the course of events, it came to light that Azazel assisted in creating multiple vessels for Lucifer, the Radiant King. But in Chapter 87, it was discovered that Azazel’s physical form was preserved within a holy place. Given his role as one of humanity’s original creators and allies, Azazel declined the opportunity to inhabit a new body and instead opted to return to nature peacefully.

Since Section 13 collected samples from Azazel for cloning, his body solidified more rapidly. Given that Azazel is currently in a crystallized state, his top advisor dons the official robes and assumes the role of Azazel of the Grigori during crises. Normally, a Nephilim would fulfill this position; however, as Azazel’s bloodline became extinct hundreds of years ago, the advisor now steps in as a replacement.

Shemihaza is a member of the collective known as Sol and is often referred to as the Emperor of Creation. In ancient times, the world inhabited by humans was desolate and inhospitable due to a powerful ruler called the King of the Earth. To appease his wrath, Shemihaza offered her body and transformed into a towering tree within Amahara. The headquarters for Shemihaza is located within this same region. The sacred land surrounding the Shemihaza tree, teeming with various life forms, can also be known as El. Additionally, she locked away the King of the Earth, Amaimon, within minerals using her crystallization powers.

Initially, Shemihaza claimed a segment of Amaimon but surrendered his personal identity to serve her. Over generations, Shemihaza’s family members carried on this role within the Grigori. To assume the position of the new leader, however, a successor must subdue Amaimon. The current Shemihaza in the Grigori is Shiemi’s mother, who works at an Exorcist Shop close to True Cross Academy. Eventually, Shiemi will take over as the new successor once she has vanquished Amaimon.

The final Grigori member is Armumahel, the Emperor of Emptiness. Like Azazel and Shemihaza, Armumahel chose to revert to nature through crystallization. Like Azazel, Armumahel is a demon closely related to Yamantaka, Shima Renzo’s familiar. Armumahel’s role in the Grigori is to provide a substance that subdues demons.

In the story, as Armumahel’s form transforms into crystal, pieces of this crystalline structure are utilized to craft Holy Silver and Holy Water. In chapter 110, Lucifer reveals to Yukio that Armumahel’s power shares qualities similar to the Black Flame, infamously known as the flame of Gehenna. This ominous Black Flame has the ability to neutralize demons and erode human souls, much like Azazel. Interestingly, Armumahel also possesses a stand-in named Balthasar who takes over during crucial gatherings when needed.

To ready themselves for the confrontation with Satan in Chapter 130, the Grigori Agency joined forces with the then-current Shemihaza of the Grigori, who was Shiemi’s mother prior to Shiemi assuming the position, engaged in the fight together.

Blue Exorcist is now available to stream on Crunchyroll.

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2024-11-14 22:36