Animavorax: The Soul-Eater
Origin
Animavorax is not born from a singular event, but rather from a creeping corruption. It originates from the deepest recesses of the Shadowfell, a plane where souls linger before oblivion. A confluence of tormented spirits, fueled by unending despair and a hunger for more suffering, coalesced over millennia, forming a singular, horrifying entity. It wasn't a birth, but a malignant accretion, a testament to the enduring power of negative energy.
Bloodline
Animavorax possesses no traditional bloodline. It is an amalgamation of countless souls, their essences twisted and fused into a grotesque parody of life. While it lacks lineage in the traditional sense, it is arguably a child of the Shadowfell itself, its existence inextricably linked to the plane's perpetual suffering.
Authority
Animavorax wields dominion over the despair and anguish of the Shadowfell. It can manipulate the very fabric of negative emotions, drawing strength from the suffering of others. Its power is not based on brute force, but on insidious psychological manipulation, twisting the minds of its victims and feeding upon their tormented souls.
Skills
Animavorax possesses a terrifying array of skills. Its primary ability is soul-rending, extracting the very essence of a being's life force, leaving behind an empty shell. It can cast illusions to lure victims into its grasp, and it has a mastery over shadows, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the darkness and to unleash devastating shadow attacks. Furthermore, it possesses a potent psychic influence, able to probe the deepest fears of its targets and use that knowledge to break their wills.
Major Events
The Great Lament: Animavorax’s first significant act was the decimation of a celestial choir, their collective despair fueling its growth. The echoes of their lament still resonate in the Shadowfell.
The Shadow Plague: Animavorax unleashed a wave of psychic torment across a mortal kingdom, corrupting minds and driving entire populations to madness. This event left a legacy of fear and mistrust that persists to this day.
The Obsidian Pact: A desperate pact was made with a powerful necromancer, who attempted to bind Animavorax to his will. The attempt backfired spectacularly, resulting in the necromancer’s demise and Animavorax's further empowerment.