Goblet of Blood



A Goblet of Blood is an object used as a common form of communication between demons, but is not limited to them. The angels can use it as well, but grudgingly and only as a last resort.

Description
The goblet itself is a rather large silver or brazen in color. It depicts numerous distorted faces, possibly that of demons or humans in pain.

The goblet requires blood from a human. This is usually procured fresh, most commonly from the slit throat of a victim. Once the goblet is filled with blood, the user recites a ritual and stirs the blood. The contents of the goblet then lights up and/or bubbles, indicating the goblet is ready for use. The goblet is sometimes depicted with a matching knife of similar design and color. However, it has been shown that the blood does not necessarily need to be spilled by use of a special knife.

This method of communication is very effective and appears infallible. It can work over large distances, and even through different dimensions, such as from Earth to Hell. As a magical object, it still functions even when used on an alternate reality where magic does not exist.

Alternate Method
Crowley has shown the capability to create a similar form of communication using only blood. When he was bound by Sam as part of the third trial to close the gates of Hell, Crowley bit Sam in the arm. Once he was out of view, Crowley spat out the blood he acquired into his palm and uttered an incantation, allowing him to send a message to all demons without having to use a goblet.

This method is similar to the one using a goblet, in that it is not affected by negation of spells. Crowley was bound with several demonic handcuffs and was trapped within a devil's trap and yet was able to send a message without fail, much like how Virgil successfully used a Goblet of Blood from an alternate reality that is devoid of any form of magic. However as Crowley sent it out more akin to a distress call, its impied he is unable to direct it at anyone.

Appearances

 * Season 1
 * Scarecrow  (by Meg, used to talk to Azazel)
 * Shadow  (by Meg, used to talk to Azazel)


 * Season 2
 * Croatoan (by Dwayne Tanner, used to talk to Azazel)


 * Season 5
 * The Devil You Know (by Brady, used to talk to Pestilence)


 * Season 6
 * The French Mistake (by Virgil, used to talk to Raphael)
 * The Man Who Would Be King (by Ellsworth, used to talk to Samuel Campbell)


 * Season 8
 * We Need To Talk About Kevin (by Channing, used to talk to Crowley)
 * Sacrifice (by Crowley, first alternate method shown)