Those who sin against the edicts of the Heavens are alternately tormented and rewarded within the bounds of the Nine Hells.
The Illuminator King was once a mortal lord, who believed that all creation revolves around his actions, and all who witnessed him should behold his glory. Such was his pride, that The promises he made led to his fate now, as one of the Ten Thousand Kings of Hell. In his court, the Illuminator King is hoisted each day on chains from the ceiling, attached to brutal hooks and bolts through his body. He knows constant, agonizing pain from these and the ever-guttering candles mounted on his back, but lacks eyes, and cannot see his court as they howl below him, clamoring for his attention. In the lightless labyrinth of his realm, he is the only source of any radiance, witnessed by all of his vassals and petitioners. The Illuminator King is wise, but cunning and wishes to hear flattering words and honeyed vows before he will disclose anything. Those who flatter him may receive safe passage through his realm, although he may not keep his word, depending on his whim. Statistics: The Illuminator King is about as powerful as an advanced Bone Devil, and the body-horror of his appearance heightens the saving throw DC against his Fear aura to 20. He possesses Blindsense out to about 10 feet, but no vision at all. How you can use the Illuminator Ling in your game: • As one of the Ten Thousand Kings of Hell, the Illuminator King could be a patron for a Warlock. He is capricious and vile, but demands and appreciates honest worship in return for his gifts. • The Illuminator King might have knowledge from his mortal life, or of one of the other Kings of Hell, which might be useful. Calling him up, or visiting in his domain, might be the only way to gain this information. • As an adversary, the Illuminator King can be terrible and fearsome. He commands an army of vicious and fiendish Grimlocks which can be sent after those who he wishes dead. (Originally posted on Game Masters Stash on 25 February 2019) Comments are closed.
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