I'm not a huge fan of cherrypicking entities based on their mythological reputation.
I much prefer to cultivate a deep relationship with a few entities (or a deity) and then if I need something, I'd seek their help, as a longtime friend. instead of picking an entity out of the phonebook and soliciting it's assistance.
I just think it yields better results.
obviously though, there are limits to this. For example, I'm pals with a nightmare entity, and he'd probably be a poor choice to ask to help out a friend who's having trouble sleeping hehe.
then again, on further reflection, maybe he'd be perfect for that... but it would be a sort of role reversal for him.
anyway, I'm sorry to hear that your living situation sucks like that. and I am sorely disappointed in your mother for allowing such hostility from her partner. if I had a child, and my lover were cruel to them, there'd be hell to pay.
I admire your strength by the way (IMG:
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