Qliphah

A Qliphah (クリファ), commonly referred to as a Nullian (ヌリアン) by souls, is a supernatural creature featured in Ellipsis. Qliphah are the dominant race within Olam Tzalmavet, created by their god-king Nullifuge Samvara.

Origin
Not much is known about the origins of Qliphah or their master and creator, Samvara. They are however, incredibly powerful beings with absolute control over the purgatory in which they reside. The human term "Nullian" came from human souls overhearing various Qliphah and Fiends referring to Samvara by his official title: Nullifuge. This evolved into the term coming to mean a follower of Samvara.

Title of Hant
Hant (ハント) is a title of power and status given to Qliphah in direct service to Samvara; specifically, ones who have traded their souls to him. Those possessing the title are granted special privileges and abilities, along with dominion over other Nullians and Fiends.

The word Hant is possibly taken from the Yiddish form of the word ; literally meaning "hand". It can also be derived from the term arihant, a Jainism word meaning "conqueror" or "victor"; specifically over the fallacies of human nature and sin.

Powers and Abilities
Qliphah are mystical beings with power rivaling that of a demigod. They are capable of incredible reality distorting magic and feats of strength.

Trivia

 * Qliphah is a term in the used to denote the ten branches of the.
 * This also comes from the Hebrew word "qlippah", literally meaning "husk/shell".