1. Characters

Ro'loth

The Everred, Shard of Malcarna
NPC, Infernal Fiend

Ro'loth is one of the two shards of the archfiend Malcarna, and he embodies the essence of despair and fear. When Malcarna was slain by a group of heroes, Ro'loth came into existence, his powerful and imposing form emerging from the ashes of his predecessor. He is a hulking beast, covered in charcoal black skin and layers upon layers of rippling muscle. His veins pulsate with a fiery energy that hints at the seething rage that lies beneath his skin.

Ro'loth is known by many names among the fiends, but one of his most common titles is the Everred. This name refers to his ability to explode with sudden, unbridled fury that can consume even the strongest of foes. In these moments, Ro'loth's skin begins to glow with an intense red light, and his body seems to swell with an almost tangible aura of rage.

Despite his fearsome reputation, Ro'loth is not simply a mindless brute. He is cunning and calculating, able to manipulate and twist the emotions of those around him to his advantage. He is particularly skilled at exploiting feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and despair, turning them into a weapon to crush the wills of his enemies.

Ro'loth is the polar opposite of the second shard of Malcarna, Anruxa. While Anruxa embodies rage and hunger, Ro'loth embodies despair and fear. Together, the two shards form a dark duality that threatens to consume all who stand in their way.

Despite his monstrous appearance and terrifying power, Ro'loth is not invincible. He has been defeated before, and will likely be defeated again. But those who face him know that they face a foe unlike any other, one whose very presence can instill fear and despair in the hearts of even the bravest warriors.