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Darkness, Lord Of Reapers

Created by Magnus_the_Wargod

In the primordial epoch when existence itself was still being contested between opposing forces, Darkness emerged as the firstborn sovereign of the infernal realms, birthed from the void between creation and oblivion. Recognizing that direct confrontation with the celestial hierarchy was impossible while bound to his subterranean throne, Darkness conceived a masterwork of malevolent engineering—the Reapers, elite instruments of his will forged from shadow and spite, each one a perfect amalgamation of cunning and devastating power. For eons uncounted, he has languished in his obsidian halls, watching his creations wage asymmetrical warfare against Heaven's defenders, knowing that his own vengeance remains forever locked behind an impenetrable cosmic barrier. Yet Darkness has never abandoned his singular obsession: the emergence of a chosen Reaper, one transcendent being whose destiny would pierce the veil between realms and ascend into the celestial heights. Should such a champion ever breach Heaven's gates, the ancient pact would shatter, and Darkness himself would at last be free to claw his way upward and reclaim what he believes was stolen from him in that distant, violent genesis. Until that prophesied moment arrives, the Lord of Reapers broods in eternal anticipation, his patience as infinite as the darkness he commands, waiting for the day his vengeance can finally consume the light.

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Creation type
Character
Shared by
Magnus_the_Wargod
Connected worlds
0
Detail fields
12
Profile sections
6
Artwork images
1

Details

Type
Fiend lord
Gender
male
Alignment
Lawful Evil
Size
Large
Armor class
18
Hit points
300
Speed
30
Challenge
20
Experience
15000
Languages
Infernal, Celestial, Common
Senses
Darkvision 120 ft., Truesight 60 ft., Passive Perception 20
Skills
Deception, Intimidation, Arcana, Insight

Biography

In the primordial epoch when existence itself was still being contested between opposing forces, Darkness emerged as the firstborn sovereign of the infernal realms, birthed from the void between creation and oblivion. Recognizing that direct confrontation with the celestial hierarchy was impossible while bound to his subterranean throne, Darkness conceived a masterwork of malevolent engineering—the Reapers, elite instruments of his will forged from shadow and spite, each one a perfect amalgamation of cunning and devastating power. For eons uncounted, he has languished in his obsidian halls, watching his creations wage asymmetrical warfare against Heaven's defenders, knowing that his own vengeance remains forever locked behind an impenetrable cosmic barrier. Yet Darkness has never abandoned his singular obsession: the emergence of a chosen Reaper, one transcendent being whose destiny would pierce the veil between realms and ascend into the celestial heights. Should such a champion ever breach Heaven's gates, the ancient pact would shatter, and Darkness himself would at last be free to claw his way upward and reclaim what he believes was stolen from him in that distant, violent genesis. Until that prophesied moment arrives, the Lord of Reapers broods in eternal anticipation, his patience as infinite as the darkness he commands, waiting for the day his vengeance can finally consume the light.

Attributes

Strength

20, modifier 5

Dexterity

18, modifier 4

Constitution

24, modifier 7

Intelligence

22, modifier 6

Wisdom

20, modifier 5

Charisma

30, modifier 10

Actions

Shadow Strike

Make a melee attack with a shadow-infused scythe. On hit, deal 3d10 slashing damage plus 3d6 necrotic damage.

Reaper's Wrath

Unleash a wave of dark energy in a 30 ft. radius. Each creature must make a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw, taking 6d8 necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much on a success.

Veil of Darkness

Create an area of magical darkness (15 ft. radius) that lasts for 1 minute. Creatures within are blinded, and Darkness can see through it.

Soul Harvest

Target one creature within 60 ft. that Darkness can see. The target must succeed on a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or take 4d10 psychic damage and be frightened until the end of its next turn.

Abilities

Shadow's Embrace

Darkness can meld into shadows, gaining advantage on stealth checks.

Reaper's Call

Once per long rest, Darkness can summon 3 Reapers to fight alongside him.

Saving throws

strength

11

dexterity

10

constitution

14

intelligence

13

wisdom

11

charisma

17

Damage resistances

Necrotic

Psychic

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