Mephistopheles

Mephistopheles is a demon which derives from German folklore. The first appearance of Mephistopheles was as a Demon in the Faust legend, and has also been shown as the sterotypical Devil. He has been portrayed in a variety of different ways, whether it be in human form, a painting, a drawing or a modern cartoon...

This is one of my favourite images of Mephistopheles as I like the modern adaptation of it. The fire in the background could represent hell, and Mephistopheles is rising from it, in a stance almost as if he has a burning desire to attack. His clenched fists and large hands represent his strength and how he isn't afraid of anything. He looks very forceful here, almost as if he is breaking free from the chains that he is bound in. His piercing eyes create a sense of evil and destruction, and make the person looking at the picture feel victim to his power. The use of the colour red could show the adrenaline, energy and determination that Mephistopheles has within him. Another connotation of red is leadership, and Mephistopheles is the leader of hell, building up his very own empire.