Blame Legion.

His laughter is not natural. It was deranged and warped. Stressful moments like this make his damaged psyche hurt. 

He asked them again, "Do you like what you see?"

Even as he said that, he couldn't help but chuckle. Fortunately, he soon got a hold of himself. 

"I am sure you all have questions. I am sure that you are awed by the power of Authority that I have just displayed. It is truly remarkable. Just imagine what it could do in the hands of a world god if an Origin god can achieve this with it."

"Imagine its power. However, only friends of mine will be given the opportunity to acquire it. Some of you here are my friends. As for the rest that haven't made up your minds yet, I hope you will make a good decision now that you know what you're going to miss out on if you become my enemies."

A world god asked him, "Why aren't you maintaining their enchanted state?"