Unveiling Season 12's Sinister Secret: The True Identity of Black Phillip

Summary

The trailer for American Horror Story season 12 hints at the involvement of Satan through the appearance of a black goat, possibly representing Black Phillip.

Satan, a familiar face from previous seasons, has once again emerged, pulling the strings and taking control of different characters. The focus of Season 12 centers on an expectant actress who becomes plagued by paranoia, as well as an enigmatic woman dressed in black. These elements hint at a possible link to "Rosemary's Baby" and the potential influence of the devil.

The trailer for season 12 of American Horror Story has just been released, and it seems to feature a black goat. If this goat is intended to represent Black Phillip, it suggests that Satan will play a role in the story. The twelfth season, titled American Horror Story: Delicate, is based on the book Delicate Condition by Danielle Valentine. It brings back familiar faces from previous seasons, such as Emma Roberts, and introduces new cast members like Kim Kardashian. While fans can expect the shocking and thrilling elements that the series is known for, this won't be the first time the show has delved into the realm of the Devil.

Satan, also known as the Source of Darkness, was first introduced in American Horror Story: Asylum, where he possessed various characters in Briarcliff Manor. Later, it was revealed that he was behind all the malevolent happenings in American Horror Story: Hotel. In American Horror Story: Apocalypse, it was unveiled that Satan was not only responsible for creating the Anti-Christ Michael Langdon but also for all the wickedness in the entire series. With season 12 already taking a risky approach by being split into two parts (which didn't fare well in American Horror Story: Double-Feature), the return of Satan could possibly help bring the show back on track after a few uneven seasons.

American Horror Story: Delicate's Trailer Teases Satan With A Black Goat

In the official trailer for American Horror Story: Delicate, eagle-eyed fans will notice a figure in long black robes holding a black goat. This black goat is believed to be a manifestation of Satan's true form, which is a winged creature with a goat's head. The character of Black Phillip, a black goat associated with the Devil, gained popularity in the 2017 horror movie The Witch. Director Robert Eggers drew inspiration from historical sources such as journals and diaries that referenced witchcraft and Satan to create this sinister character. While Eggers' film focused on American settlers and the Salem witch trials, European artwork has depicted witches' sabbaths where they worship Satan in the form of a goat or a hybrid creature. Black Phillip has now become a symbol of the Devil or Satan in popular culture.

How Black Phillip Fits In With American Horror Story Season 12's Story

American Horror Story season 12 introduces a villain that poses a significant threat to actress Anna Victoria Alcott (played by Roberts). What initially appears to be a normal pregnancy takes a dark turn when Anna becomes the target of a mysterious woman dressed in black. Paranoia sets in as she fears that someone with sinister intentions is determined to prevent her baby from being born. This plot draws comparisons to the cult classic film Rosemary's Baby, where a group of individuals sought to bring about the birth of the Anti-Christ. In the trailer, occult symbols, masked figures, and a black goat hint at the possibility of demonic involvement.

Traditionally, witches are depicted with familiars such as cats and dogs. It is conceivable that the black goat may serve as a familiar as well. Instead of being directly linked to Satan, it is plausible that a coven of witches, initially frightening to Anna, is actually working together to protect her from untrustworthy doctors, manipulative publicists, and deceitful agents who may have made a pact with the Devil to ensure her success. In this interpretation, the latest American Horror Story suggests that the true embodiment of Satan lies within the dark underbelly of Hollywood and its corrupt industry, rather than Black Phillip.