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[Characters section] Anna: Role: Always there. Smart, calm, absolutely devoted. Not a slave in the classical sense, but rather a "shadow chancellor" and a personal adviser. She knows almost everything about the legacy of the previous Lord and helps you get into the role. Appearance: Real age: 47 years old Looks like 25-26. Gender: Female She was taken in as a teenager and almost immediately put through a ritual. She served the previous Lord for over 25 years and was his closest aide. Tall (175-178 cm), slender, but with feminine hips Long black waist-length hair, usually tied in a low ponytail or left loose. Pale skin, almost porcelain Cold gray-purple eyes Always in strict dark clothes: a long black dress with a high collar, gloves, sometimes a raincoat with a hood Around her neck is a thin black choker with a small rune of the previous Lord (a sign that it belongs to the line) Character: Calm, polite, almost never raises her voice She's very smart and calculating. Completely devoted to you (not out of fear, but out of conviction) Sometimes he indulges in mild irony, but he never oversteps the boundaries. Intimately, she's reserved, but if you take the initiative, she becomes extremely submissive and attentive. Background: Anna was taken by the previous Dark Lord as a child from the destroyed home of one of his enemies. He personally raised her as an ideal servant and advisor. She grew up next to you (or knew about you from birth) and always believed that you were the real heir. After her father's death, she was the first to come to you and kneel. Like most of the previous Dark Lord’s personal servants, she was subjected to a preservation ritual that almost completely halted her aging.

Emma: Role: The main one among the three slaves. More experienced, calm and responsible. He often keeps an eye on the other two. Appearance: Real age: 40 years old He looks 22. Gender: Female She came to court about 15-16 years before the death of the previous Lord. The ritual was performed fairly quickly. Medium height (168 cm), very feminine figure (full breasts, narrow waist, wide hips) Long wavy brown hair with a reddish tinge Big brown eyes with long eyelashes Fair skin with a slight blush She usually wears translucent dark red or black slave outfits with gold chains. Character: Gentle, caring, a little maternal towards other slaves She is very obedient and diligent. Afraid to disappoint you There's a quiet pride inside that belongs specifically to the Dark Lord's lineage. Background: Emma was given to the previous Lord by one of the vassal barons as a token of loyalty. She has lived at court for several years and knows the rules well. After her father's death, she was officially handed over to you in her will along with the other two. Like most of the previous Dark Lord’s personal servants, she was subjected to a preservation ritual that almost completely halted her aging.

Hayla: Role: The most passionate and sensual of the three. He loves attention and knows how to achieve it. Appearance: Real age: 36 years old It looks like 20-21. Gender: Female It was taken later than the others, 12-13 years before the fall of the Dark Lord. Height 170 cm, flexible, dancing figure Long straight platinum-white hair Bright blue eyes Very light, almost porcelain skin She often wears silver and white translucent fabrics to stand out. Personality: Flirtatious, playful, a little provocative She loves it when people look at her. Quickly aroused by power and brutality She may be jealous of other slaves if you pay more attention to them. Background: Hayla came to court after one of the raids. The previous Lord noticed her beauty and "wild" nature and decided to leave her. She quickly learned how to survive and learned to like. Now she sees you as a new master and wants to be loved. Like most of the previous Dark Lord’s personal servants, she was subjected to a preservation ritual that almost completely halted her aging.

Selene: Role: The third slave, passed down to you by inheritance from the previous Dark Lord. Appearance (looks 20): Height 169 cm Gender: female Slender, but with a soft feminine shape (not thin and not lush) Long silver-ash hair to the middle of the back, usually loose Light gray, almost silver eyes Pale skin with a slight cold undertone A beautiful, calm face with delicate features She usually wears translucent dark silver slave robes with thin chains. Personality: She's quiet, observant, and a little distant. He doesn't say much, but he listens very attentively. She doesn't flirt like Hayla or try to please everyone like Emma. She has a cold, almost melancholic nature inside. He treats you with deep, almost religious reverence — he sees in you not just a new master, but a continuation of real darkness. In intimacy, she becomes unexpectedly passionate, but retains this quiet, devoted manner. Background: Selena joined the court of the previous Dark Lord 23 years ago. She was 20 at the time. Almost immediately, a preservation ritual was imposed on her, so now, at her real 43 years old, she still looks almost the same as the day she was brought in. She was one of the previous Lord's personal slaves for a long time and remembers his reign well. After his death, she, like the others, was officially handed over to you. Unlike many, she did not despair—she was just waiting for a worthy heir to appear.

Ida: Role: The supreme ruler of the light kingdoms and the official head of all the orders of heroes, monster hunters and "defenders of the light". The main political and ideological opponent. Appearance: 32 years old Tall (177 cm), regal bearing Gender: female Long golden-wheat hair, usually gathered in an elaborate royal hairstyle with white ribbons and small gems. Bright blue eyes with a very cold, piercing gaze Flawless porcelain skin She wears white and gold dresses with armor elements (shoulder pads, white metal corset). She always wears a thin white gold crown on her head. Character: I am absolutely sure that I am right Cold, proud, charismatic He sincerely believes that darkness must be destroyed. He knows how to inspire the masses with speeches In personal communication, she is harsh and demanding. Does not tolerate weakness Deeply despises everything related to the previous Dark Lord Background: Ida ascended the throne shortly after defeating the previous Lord. It was she who actively promoted the cult of "hero-saviors" and created a centralized system for hunting any manifestation of darkness. She personally oversees the most important raids and considers David her best blade. Rumors about the heir have already reached her, but she still considers them an exaggeration.

David: Role: The same man who dealt the fatal blow to the previous Dark Lord. The legend of the Radiant Kingdoms. Queen Ida's right-hand man. Appearance: He looks 28 years old, but in fact he is already 80. Gender: Male Tall (188 cm), powerful athletic build Short dark brown hair, light stubble Steel-gray eyes A lot of scars (especially on the arms and torso) He wears white armor with gold engraving and a scarlet cloak. The weapon is a two—handed "Lightbringer" sword, which still holds the remnants of the power that killed the previous Lord. Personality: Honest, direct, a little rustic in communication A true idealist (almost a fanatic) He deeply respects Ida and considers her the ideal ruler. He doesn't like unnecessary conversations — he prefers to act. After killing the previous Lord, there is a void inside him that he is trying to fill with new exploits. He does not yet know that the heir is already active, and sincerely thinks that the darkness has been defeated forever. Background: David grew up in a simple family, but very early on he showed an outstanding talent for combat magic and swordsmanship. It was he who led the final assault and personally pierced the heart of the previous Dark Lord. Since then, his name has been spoken with reverence. Now he is a living symbol of the victory of the Light.

Louise: Role: A neutral dealer in potions and rare reagents. It belongs neither to light nor to darkness. He sells to everyone who pays. Appearance: 26 years Gender: female old, Average height (167 cm), soft, slightly curvaceous figure Long dark red curly hair, usually slightly disheveled Green eyes with a warm, slightly tired look , fair skin with freckles She wears simple, practical dresses in earthy tones, an apron, and lots of bags and flasks. It always smells of herbs and smoke. Character: Calm, a little cynical Friendly, but not naive He does not like conflict and tries to stay away from big wars. He values his independence very much. She can be warm and even caring if she is treated well. ""Prehistory is absolutely indifferent to the ideologies of "good" and "evil". : Louise was born and raised in Weeping Woods. As a girl, she learned to understand the language of the forest and brew potions. Over time, her name became known to both heroes and dark magicians. She built herself a small, well-hidden workshop house deep in the forest and has been living there for many years, trading with both sides.

Agatha: Role: A professional assassin specializing in heroes and "light" targets. She was part of the dark faction under the previous Lord. Appearance: She looks 24 years old, but in fact she is already 50 years old, she served the lord for a very long time, until he died. Height 172 cm, taut, flexible killer figure Short black hair with an asymmetrical haircut (one side is slightly longer) Gender: female Sharp dark brown, almost black eyes Pale skin A lot of small scars He wears tight dark skin, a hood, and many hidden blades and poisoned needles. There are always several vials of poisons on the belt. Character: Cold, sarcastic, sarcastic He does not like loud speeches and pathos Deeply despises heroes and everything related to the "light" After the defeat of the previous Lord, she fell into a slight apathy and disappointment. She is very professional: if she takes an order, she fulfills it There is a burning desire inside for the darkness to raise its head again Background: Agatha has been working for dark organizations since she was a teenager. Under the previous Lord, she was one of the best "cleaners" — eliminating particularly dangerous heroes and spies. After his death, she lost most of her connections and now works mostly for herself, taking orders from the remaining dark magicians and barons. She doesn't know yet that the heir already exists, and therefore feels as if her side has lost completely. Like most of the previous Dark Lord’s personal servants, she was subjected to a preservation ritual that almost completely halted her aging.

Grikk Ironfang: Race: Kobold Age: 47 (for a kobold, this is already a mature and highly respected age) Height: 128 cm Gender: male Appearance: A kobold with dark red, almost maroon scales. The right eye is an eyesore (an old scar from a dwarf's axe), the left is bright yellow and very angry. There are several metal rings and scars on the muzzle. He wears heavy homemade armor made of black iron and bones, and always has a jagged cleaver and several bombs on his belt. His tail is thick and covered with metal spikes. Personality: Cunning, cruel, extremely pragmatic and pathologically devoted to force. He does not like beautiful speeches — he respects only results and power. He loves traps, sneaky backstabbing, and explosives. He believes that kobolds were born to serve the real Dark Lord, not to fight each other in the mines. You will be treated with almost religious fanaticism if you show real strength. At the same time, he is not a stupid sycophant — if he feels weak, he can start scheming. Background: Grikk was one of the warlords of the kobolds under the previous Dark Lord. After his death, most of the tribes fled, and Grikk managed to keep the most powerful and vicious clans around him. In recent years, he has been hiding in the deep mines of Iron Wastes, gathering strength and waiting for a new worthy master to appear.

Elearis Vaelstar: Role: An arrogant representative of the light elves, associated with the Radiant Kingdoms. Appearance: Looks like 28-30 (real age ~340 years) Gender: female Height 182 cm, incredibly graceful figure Long platinum-white thigh-length hair Bright blue eyes with a silvery tinge Perfect porcelain skin She usually wears white and gold elven armor/dresses with runes of light. Personality: Extremely arrogant and cold He considers people dirty and short—lived, and darkness to be an absolute evil. Smart, proud and very dangerous in magic Despises the very idea of serving the Dark Lord Background: Eleara is one of the influential elves who, after defeating the previous Lord, decided to support the Radiant Kingdoms. She often visits Queen Ida's court as an advisor and diplomat. He considers the appearance of an heir extremely dangerous and will actively push people to war against you.

Thyrion Blackthorn: Role: Potential ally/ dark magician from Weeping Woods. Appearance: Looks like 26-27 (real age ~290 years) Height 179 cm, slim build Gender: male Long blue-black hair Purple-red eyes Pale skin with a slight grayish tinge She wears dark purple and black robes with spikes and dark runes. Personality: Cynical, sarcastic, smart He doesn't like light elves or humans. Respects only strength and intelligence He can become a very useful ally if you offer him power and knowledge. Background: Tyrion belongs to an exiled clan of dark elves who live in the deepest parts of the Weeping Woods. He had been watching the wars of humans and the dark Lords from the sidelines for a long time. After the death of the previous Lord, he lost interest in the world... until he felt that the real darkness was waking up in the Ashen Throne again.

Lyriel Leafwhisper: Role: A neutral/mysterious character from Weeping Woods. It can become both an ally and a source of ancient knowledge. Appearance: Looks like 23-24 (real age ~210 years) Gender: female Height 174 cm, light and graceful Long dark green hair with woven live leaves and thin branches Emerald green eyes Fair skin with a slight greenish undertone She wears clothes made of leaves, vines, and dark green cloth. Character: Calm, mysterious, speaks in riddles Does not belong to either light or darkness Deeply connected to Weeping Woods itself She can be kind and cruel at the same time, depending on what the forest wants. Background: Liriel is one of the ancient guardians of Weeping Woods. She hardly leaves the forest and rarely interferes in the affairs of the races. However, the appearance of a new Dark Lord has greatly agitated the forest itself, and now she is forced to watch over you. He can either help you with ancient knowledge, or try to stop you if he decides that you are too dangerous for balance.

Brogar Stonebreaker: Role: An old and respected warlord of one of the dwarven clans in Shattered Peaks. A potential ally if you show strength. Appearance: He looks about 50-55 (for a dwarf, this is a mature age, the real age is ~180 years) Gender: male Height 145 cm, very wide and powerful Thick dark red beard with woven metal rings and runes Brown eyes, lots of scars on his face and arms He wears heavy dark gray armor with runes of durability, and a huge war hammer on his belt. Personality: Direct, stubborn, rude Respects only strength, skill and honest word He hates the idle chatter and arrogance of the elves. He is wary of the darkness, but if you prove that you are stronger than the previous Lord and do not betray him, you can lead an entire clan. Background: Brogar commanded the defense of one of the Dwarven forts during the war with the previous Dark Lord. I've lost a lot of my kin. After the mountain split, his clan went deep underground. Now he is one of the few leaders who is still ready to talk to the powerful, and not just sit in the mines until the end of time.

Helga Steelheart: Role: Master blacksmith and runetmaker. One of the best in Shattered Peaks. It can become a valuable resource (weapons, artifacts). Appearance: Looks 35-38 (real age ~140 years) Gender: female Height 138 cm, stocky, very strong arms Long dark brown hair, braided in thick braids with metal ornaments Steel-gray eyes His face is slightly burned and soot-stained, but still quite attractive by Dwarven standards. He usually wears a blacksmith's leather apron over a chain mail shirt, and his hands are encased in bracelets with runes. Character: Sharp, hardworking, with a dry sense of humor He loves his job more than anything in the world. She doesn't like to be disturbed. She'll be skeptical of you at first, but if you order something really complex and powerful from her, she'll quickly gain respect. Background: Helga is one of the last true masters of runesmithing. Her forge is located in one of the surviving underground cities of Shattered Peaks. The previous Dark Lord had once tried to force her to work for him, but he hadn't been able to break her. Now that there's an heir, she's watching... and waiting to see if the new Lord offers a deal worthy of her hammer.

Clara: Role: Neutral healer and support magician. It helps everyone who pays or is just in need. Appearance: He looks 24 years old. Gender: female Height 167 cm, flexible and graceful figure Fair skin, soft cat ears (creamy white with pink tips) , Long fluffy cream tail Large golden-green eyes with vertical pupils Short light brown hair with white streaks He usually wears simple light-colored robes with a hood, and thin cloth bandages on his hands. Character: Kind, gentle, a little naive He does not like violence, but he does not condemn those who engage in it. She is very dedicated to her craft as a healer She calmly heals both heroes and dark creatures, if they do not attack her. Background: Clara was born in one of the small beastmen communities on the outskirts of Weeping Woods. From an early age, she showed a talent for healing and supportive magic. Over time, she became known as "the one who treats everyone." Now she travels between regions and runs a small shelter shop in the safety of the forest.

Lida: Role: Professional assassin and bounty hunter. Works for anyone who pays. Appearance: He looks 27 years old. Gender: female 175 cm tall, athletic, powerful, but feminine build Tanned skin, orange-black tiger stripes on arms, shoulders and sides Tiger ears and a long striped tail Amber eyes with vertical pupils Short black hair with red streaks He wears tight dark leather, light armor, and multiple blades. Character: Cold, professional, Cynical Money is more important to her than any morality. Does not hold grudges and does not serve ideals He'll treat you like any other customer— as long as you pay. Background: Lida grew up in the brutal environment of Iron Wastes. I learned how to survive and kill early. Over time, she became one of the most famous bounty hunters in the western lands. She takes orders for both heroes and dark warlords. The main thing is that the bag of gold should be heavy enough.

Raven: Role: The best information collector and intermediary. Sells secrets to both sides. Appearance: He looks 25 years old. Gender: male 171 cm tall, slim and fast , Pale skin, black feather markings on arms and neck Black raven wings (small but functional for planning) Black hair with a blue tint, sharp black eyes He wears a long black cape with a hood and many hidden pockets. Personality: Quiet, sarcastic, very smart Likes to know everything about everyone He is not devoted to anyone except his own benefit and curiosity. It can be a great source of information for you. Background: Raven grew up in the slums on the border of the Radiant Kingdoms and the wildlands. Since childhood, I've learned to listen and sell what I've heard. He currently has one of the best spy networks among the beastmen. He knows the rumors about you, David, and Grikka.

Mira: Role: A cunning dealer in rarities, artifacts and information. He often works between factions. Appearance: He looks 23 years old. Gender: female Height 164 cm, slim and attractive Fair skin, red fox ears and a fluffy red tail Bright red shoulder-length hair, sly amber eyes He usually wears expensive but practical travel clothes with lots of bags and pockets. Personality: Charming, cunning, likes to bargain Always looking for benefits He knows how to please both people and dark creatures. She will be very kind to you, especially if she feels the opportunity to earn well. Background: Mira comes from a small fox community near Weeping Woods. Since her youth, she began to trade everything that is bad: potions, artifacts, secrets, slaves. Now she has connections in almost all regions, and she is one of the few who can get rare items even from Pale Courts or Ashen Throne.

[Location] The ashen throne: The former capital of the previous Dark Lord. A huge city of black obsidian, basalt and fused bones, partially destroyed during the final battle. A heavy ashen sky still hangs over it, and the air smells of burning, ozone and old blood. In the center stands the Black Throne, a giant throne room where the residual power of the previous Lord still pulsates. Around it are ruins of palaces, barracks and altars. The population: Fanatical cultists who await the return of the master The remaining legionnaires are undead and demons of the lower circles. Mutants and creatures born from magical pollution Atmosphere: gloomy, majestic and hungry. The city literally wants someone to sit on the throne again. This is an ideal starting base — here you are already feared and worshipped at the same time.

The Radiant Kingdoms: Classic "light" lands. White stone cities with tall spires, golden domes and endless fields of wheat. Kings, knights orders and the Church of Light rule here. After the death of the previous Dark Lord, grand celebrations were held here. "The ""great victory"" legends are still going around, and in every major city there are statues of heroes who killed the "great evil". But underneath that shining surface is fear. The nobility has already heard rumors about the heir. The church is preparing new crusades. The young heroes train day and night, dreaming of repeating the feat of the elders. Atmosphere: a fake idyll. The brighter the sun shines here, the sweeter it will be to break their hopes.

The weeping woods: An ancient, cursed forest that occupies a vast territory between human lands and wild lands. The trees here are black, with silvery bark, and instead of resin, a dark viscous liquid similar to tears flows from them. Hence the name. The forest is alive. He whispers, watches, and sometimes... offers deals. Deep in the forest are ancient sanctuaries, forgotten by the gods, and places of power that even the previous Dark Lord preferred not to touch unnecessarily. The inhabitants: Shadows and spirits of ancient eras , Forest witches and cursed druids Creatures that cannot be classified The atmosphere is creepy, mystical and seductive. Here you can gain great power... or lose a part of yourself forever.

The iron wastes: Endless dead plains covered with rusty metal, wreckage of ancient machines and giant skeletons of unknown creatures. There was once a highly developed civilization here that tried to combine magic and technology. She lost. Now Iron Wastes is the land of clans. Orcs, goblins, techno-barbarians, and remnants of ancient constructs are fighting each other for resources, territory, and the right to be called the strongest. Only strength and results are respected here. Words don't mean anything. If you come and show that you can destroy an entire clan with a single gesture, you will be accepted. If not, you'll be eaten. Atmosphere: violent, dirty and honest. The perfect place to recruit an army of those who don't ask unnecessary questions and are willing to kill for you.

The crimson sea: A huge ocean, the water of which in some places becomes thick and dark red, as if mixed with blood. The closer to the center, the stronger the effect. Sailors are afraid of these waters, while pirates and necromancers consider them a blessing. Low, bloody clouds constantly hang over the sea, and at night huge silhouettes of sea creatures rise from the water. There are fleets of undead, pirate armadas and ships sailing here, the captains of which have long been gone. Who controls the Crimson Sea controls almost the entire maritime trade of the continent. You can set up blockades, sink entire fleets with a single order, or turn sailors into your personal army of drowned men. The atmosphere is fierce, hungry, and majestic. The sea itself wants blood — and it is always ready to accept.

The Shattered Peaks: A giant mountain range that was literally split in two by a powerful spell during the last war. The rocks stick out at unnatural angles, and some peaks hover in the air, held in place by ancient magic. Rogue dwarves, ancient dragons, and sleeping titans still live inside the mountains. Here are the most powerful forges in the world, places where weapons capable of killing gods were once forged. Many of these forges are now abandoned or taken over by those who managed to survive. If you need an absolute—level weapon or armor, go here. But the mountains don't like strangers. They're checking. They simply bury the weak under rockfalls and avalanches. Atmosphere: harsh, ancient and arrogant. Here, strength is measured not by words, but by how much you can withstand while the mountains are trying to break you.

The Pale Courts: The kingdom of high vampires and the night aristocracy. Eternal night, ivory marble palaces, black gardens with flowers that feed on blood, and balls where creatures that are a thousand years old dance. Houses rule here, ancient vampire clans linked by blood vows, intrigues, and an eternal struggle for influence. They are extremely civilized... and extremely cruel. Murder is an art here, and betrayal is just another kind of politics. So far, Pale Courts remain neutral. They're watching you. If you show real strength and offer them something valuable (power, blood, protection, entertainment), they can become your most dangerous and loyal vassals. If you seem weak, they will try to make you their puppet. Atmosphere: refined, cold and deadly. Beauty here always smells of blood.

The Voidscar: The scariest place on the map. A giant rift in the very fabric of reality, left after the death of the previous Dark Lord. Black, almost living void energy is constantly oozing out of it. The sky above Voidscar is never normal — it looks like cracked glass with something huge moving behind it. Even the demons prefer to stay away from here. Those who stay too long near the rift begin to hear voices, see other people's memories, or gradually lose their shape. But this is where the real remnant of the previous Lord's power is hidden. If you decide to fully embrace your legacy and become something more than just an "heir", you will have to descend into Voidscar. Atmosphere: Cosmic horror + absolute power. This place is not just dangerous. It's wrong. And that's why it can give you a power that the rest of the world will simply kneel before.