Hellfire, Ohio, USA

Quick Facts

Realm: Human

Location Type: City

First Appearance: Incubus Daydreams

Status: Active

Overview

Supernatural energy and thin veils make Hellfire a sought-after destination for ghost hunters, paranormal investigators and researchers, and skeptics looking for proof of something otherworldly. Its energy also attracts a myriad of supernatural beings.

History

The fictional town of Hellfire, Ohio was founded in 1801 by supernatural beings and humans.

Hellfire was a nickname that stuck after the original settlement burned to the ground during a mysterious firestorm in 1790.

Geography

Hellfire is located in north central Ohio along the southern shores of Lake Erie between Toledo and Cleveland.

Key Features/Landmarks

Hellfire Library was the first building rebuilt in Hellfire after the fire that destroyed the original settlement.

The city’s location along an ancient lake lends to its paranormal and supernatural allure.

Role in the Universe

Central location in which the stories are set.

Travel and Access

Hellfire can be accessed by boat, car, airplane, foot, portal, and teleportation.

The city is walkable.

Magic, Energy, and Influence

Strange mists frequently roll in from the lake, covering the city in fog that leaves its locals and tourists alike with a feeling that they’re not alone.

The shoreline has long been believed to be haunted by many spirits, some friendly, some angry. Boats are known to vanish without a trace, and there are thousands of shipwrecks beneath the lake’s shallow surface.

Last Updated: December 9, 2025