This book is the culmination of centuries of hard work, trial and error, and passion. When my journey with celestials had just started, I was only a couple hundred years old and had been tasked with keeping an eye on my mother’s prized celestial. I never had any interest in the beast before then, I thought it spoiled and loud, but that short month with it taught me that under it’s mortal exterior was an intelligent and valuable creature. It wasn’t long after that I began to devote myself to their study and keeping.

The first people I must thank for putting this book together are my wives, Morn and Elyncia. Both were learned women whose time at the Imperial Academy granted me access to untold resources and academic support I might had otherwise never known.

Captain Waileth granted me advice on writing, which was a wondrous surprise from such an esteemed soldier. 

Count Citron was the one who first suggest I write this book, after I had shared my advice with him concerning a breeding contract. I am forever grateful to him for this opportunity he inspired. 

Of course, I am grateful to my late mother, who had taught me about beautiful things through a stern hand and a cold tongue. With her I also thank the celestials who served as a constant inspiration. They never fail to surprise me, even after centuries of raising them.

Finally, I am grateful for my nursemaid, whose tender care allowed me to work without worry on this book. I could ask for no better nursemaid.

If your picking up this book, you probably know that a celestial is a special type of human with magic stored in their bodies. For many of us, they are just tools to be used until they expire. But others have come to be fond of their celestials, caring for them throughout their brief lives and ensuring their bloodline goes on. Regardless of which type of celestial owner you are, this book aims to discuss the best ways to rear a celestial so that they produce a steady flow of magic over the course of a long life. 

Celestials are hard work. They aren’t as equipped to live in Hell as other creatures and they are just as fragile as ordinary humans. Because of their mortality and weakness, a lot of misinformation has been spread about them. Whether you get a celestial born in Hell or one sacrificed from Topside, it can be confusing to figure out what they require. The require specific care and attention.

Your work begins before your celestial even comes home. From discussing with your advisors and house staff what their living arrangements will be to acquiring a doctor who is suitable to care for them, you should need prepare. Everyone in your estate needs to be ready for the specific challenges that come with celestial rearing. 

This book will help guide you through everything you need to know about caring for your new celestial and by the end you too will be a celestial expert!