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Succubi need to feed at regular intervals, which can be extended by the will power of the Succubus, but at some point they will have to find prey and feed or they will die. The need is described as almost like an addition in nature. It is possible through the use of drugs, as shown in the series, to help control that need, but it is not a complete cure for it. It is important for the Succubus to keep control of her needs when feeding because it is easy to take too much energy from the prey and kill them. Over time most Succubi gain the control needed to not constantly kill their prey, but in the event of the need overcoming them, that control can be easily lost. | Succubi need to feed at regular intervals, which can be extended by the will power of the Succubus, but at some point they will have to find prey and feed or they will die.<ref>As stated by Lauren in Episode 1: [[It's a Fae, Fae, Fae, Fae World]] The need is described as almost like an addition in nature. It is possible through the use of drugs, as shown in the series, to help control that need, but it is not a complete cure for it.<ref>Lauren provided Bo with regular injections of a drug that was designed to help "take the edge off" of her needs. It apparently helped as per Bo's admission to Lauren in Episode 6: [[Food for Thought]]</ref> It is important for the Succubus to keep control of her needs when feeding because it is easy to take too much energy from the prey and kill them.<ref>As per Bo's explanations at various times in the series about her past and, most importantly, her first love who she killed</ref> Over time most Succubi gain the control needed to not constantly kill their prey, but in the event of the need overcoming them, that control can be easily lost. Succubi can feed from Fae without fear of killing them, however, the Fae is drained to the point of near exhaustion when this occurs.<ref>As seen from Dyson's appearance after each time that Bo has fed on him throughout the series</ref> | ||
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For other uses of the word Succubus, see Succubus (disambiguation).
For further on Bo, the succubus of the series, see her article in the SuccuWiki here. For the series itself, see that article here.
Lost Girl is a Canadian developed and produced television series which premiered in the 2010 season on the television channel Showcase.
The following is a general discussion of Succubi in the Lost Girl television series universe. It is not complete and will change from time to time as new information is revealed in the series about Succubi. When reading this, keep in mind that it is not specifically dealing with Bo, she has her own page in the SuccuWiki here.
Succubi in the Lost Girl television series are not, and should not be confused with the traditional description and abilities of Succubi. First and foremost of these is that Lost Girl Succubi do not have horns or tails or, as in some cases, red skin or hooves as the traditional Succubi have been portrayed to have. Secondly they do not consume souls but instead take sexual energy or Chi from their victims when they feed.
Physical Description
The Succubi in the Lost Girl series look completely human in nature. They are for the most part slightly more beautiful than normal human beings, and at various times will flaunt that beauty as a means to get closer to their human or Fae targets for various reasons including feeding on them.[1] The only clear sign that they are Succubi physically is when they are using their powers to feed on another being at which point their eyes turn color and the transfer of energy is clearly seen.
Powers
Succubi have several powers as seen in the series. First is the ability to control others emotionally and mentally by touching their skin at any point on their body. The outward appearance of this power is the washing of a bright glow of light over the victim’s skin.[2] That is accompanied by the victim being enthralled to accept suggestions by the Succubus to them. The second is when they are feeding on their prey, the energy taken from them by the Succubus appears in a form similar to a white vapor that leaves the mouth of the prey and is then consumed by the Succubus through their mouth.[3]
Connected to their feeding is an associated ability to transform those they feed upon into thralls who are completely devoted to the Succubus’ will and desires. This ability has been shown to work on human males only in the series so far, but Aife suggested in her attack on Bo that she could do the same to her.[4]It Is also possible for the Succubus to transfer energy back to the prey, or, if needed, to pass their energy into someone on the verge of death to help them to recover.[5]
Feeding
Succubi need to feed at regular intervals, which can be extended by the will power of the Succubus, but at some point they will have to find prey and feed or they will die.Cite error: Closing </ref> missing for <ref> tag It is important for the Succubus to keep control of her needs when feeding because it is easy to take too much energy from the prey and kill them.[6] Over time most Succubi gain the control needed to not constantly kill their prey, but in the event of the need overcoming them, that control can be easily lost. Succubi can feed from Fae without fear of killing them, however, the Fae is drained to the point of near exhaustion when this occurs.[7]
Succubi Characters in the Lost Girl Series
- Bo, the main lead character of the series, portrayed by Anna Silk.
- Saskia, also known as Aife, also known as Bo's Mother, is a Succubus that appears in the first season episodes of the series: The Mourning After, (Dis)Members Only, and the first season finale, Blood Lines, as played by the actress Inga Cadranel.
History
There is nothing known of how the Succubi came to be in the Lost Girl universe. It is hoped that this will be revealed in the second season of the series. We can be certain that Succubi are born like humans are and that to create a Succubus offspring, both parents must be Fae in nature. Whether or not there is such a thing as a half-Succubus has not been confirmed in the series.
Known Enemies
The primary natural enemy to the Succubi is a being called an Albaster. The series has only shown one example of these creatures, that being a male, so it is not known if there are female Albasters as well. They are the enemies of Succubi who live from sexual shame unlike Succubi who live on and create sexual energy. Albasters create massive shame over sexual actions that lead to depression and eventual suicide. According to what information is known they feed exclusively on women. They are resistant to an extent to the powers of a Succubus, however, two or more Succubi can, given time, overcome them.
The other being that can effect Succubi are Mesmers. It has been shown that the character Vex in the series can control Bo without any difficulty whatsoever. This control is physical and not mental in nature, but as a Mesmer can affect the nerves within a body with his powers, he can overcome Succubi by playing with their sexual nerve endings.
Means to Resist
The series has shown only one means to resist the power of a Succubus. An amulet called a Koushan. It has the ability to resist the feeding of a Succubus. It was made apparent that Succubi cannot remove the amulet from the wearer as well. Whether or not the Succubus can use their powers to convince the wearer to remove it themselves is not clear.
Notes
- ↑ For example, Bo using her powers to gain information in almost every episode of the series
- ↑ First seen in Episode One: It's a Fae, Fae, Fae, Fae World
- ↑ Seen in several episodes, notable with Dyson in Episode 2: Where There's a Will, There's a Fae
- ↑ Aife's thralls are shown in Episode 13: Blood Lines and are shown to be controlled to the point where one commits suicide at her command with a bomb in an attempt to kill most of the Light Fae leadership
- ↑ Aife showed this ability in Episode 10: The Mourning After, and Bo saved Dyson with this ability in Episode 12: (Dis)Members Only
- ↑ As per Bo's explanations at various times in the series about her past and, most importantly, her first love who she killed
- ↑ As seen from Dyson's appearance after each time that Bo has fed on him throughout the series