Cult Of The Eternal Flame¶
General Info¶
- Allegiance : Dark Elumin
- Membership : Unknown <?>
- Type : Religious Cult
Description¶
The origins of the Eternal Flame Cult lie well before any known history of the world, possibly predating the First Age itself. Ruins found outside Ashmourne and elsewhere in the Nonewallow share a distinctive similarity with the trappings and adornments of the modern cult, though the resemblance is mostly skin deep. It is believed that the original spirituality of the Cult was based on the worship of Elemental Fire, possibly from a primordial civilization, though little evidence remains to indicate how the cult transitioned to its current state.
The Eternal Flame Cult appeals to those drawn to destruction for its own sake. Creatures of elemental fire are most likely to take up this reckless philosophy; even non-intelligent fire monsters sense the reckless lust for destruction lurking in the hearts of fire cultists and consider Eternal Flame believers to be their allies.
Followers of the Eternal Flame cult surround themselves with the largest fires they can create. Their favorite tactic involves using magic to open volcanic fissures or vents and channel flows of molten rock. Widespread arson and deliberately set forest fires are acceptable alternatives. Most fire cultists believe that something important and beautiful should be set on fire every day, or else they’re just not doing their part.
Structure¶
Notable Locations¶
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Abandoned Mine near Noxwall :
The Eternal Flame Cult and their gnoll allies had set up a demonic ritual deep within an abandoned mine to the Southwest of the town of Noxwall. This site was destroyed by Republic-allied forces in 570Y 3M.
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Led by a heretical prelate from Blackpoint by the name of Pleas Morgan, the Cult established a strong presence within the ruins of Terraworth, taking over many of the ruins in the Imperial District in 570Y. The Flame Cult has since abandoned Terraworth.
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Thakarenth :
Buried underground on the outskirts of Ashmourne lay the remarkably preserved ruins of Thakarenth, City of a Thousand Flames. The region is notable for two unfortunate notable features: an infestation of wraiths and spirits, and being located directly beneath the detonation point of The Weapon. It is believed that the spent alchemical egg that empowered The Weapon to level Ashmourne still lies buried deep within Thakarenth.
Notable Members¶
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A disgraced, heretical prelate from Blackpoint, Pleas Morgan was tried and convicted by the Ecclesiastic Court, and subsequently incarcerated in the Kilmainham Gaol, Blackpoint's crown prison. He was subsequently freed by the Cult through unknown means and escaped to the ruins of Terraworth.
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A First Age figure, Elandorr was a former City Councillor for Terraworth. He ascended to lichhood hundreds of years prior to the Great Sack, only to be defeated by the Imperial Army at the time. For unknown reasons, the Lich did not resurrect at his phylactery, but was instead somehow trapepd within the Imperial Vault under the city until liberated by the Eternal Flame cult under Pleas Morgan in 570Y.
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The current presumed leader of the Flame Cult, Tyar Besir appears to have numerous doppelgangers helping him maintain control over the Cult's activities. He has been spotted, and killed, several times throughout Eastern Tritan.
History¶
Timeline¶
| Date | Name | Event |
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| 570Y | Eternal Flame Cult Presence in Terraworth | The Eternal Flame Cult takes over many of the ruins of Terraworth's Imperial District. They manage to resurrect Krutoq, a First Age lich, before abandoning the city ruins altogether. |
| 570Y 3M 8IDE | Gnoll Teleportation Ritual | The Eternal Flame Cult cooperates with a Gnoll War Band attacking Noxwall. |