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The Corruption — Daggerheart: Threads of Fate

Nature

  • Not a deity to be worshipped
  • A force of domination and control
  • Spreads through artifacts, influence, corruption of powerful individuals
  • Central threat of the campaign

Origin

  • Connected to Emma Wonderbrass's Necklace of Domination
  • The relic that once gave her power to build the Black Hand has consumed her
  • Now spreading beyond her
  • Also manifests through Shadow's ceremonial dagger (Dagger of Sacrifice)

Manifestations

  • Argentyx: Ancient dragon. Appears corrupted in visions. Killed by the Corruption.
  • Frostfather: Another Ancient dragon. Also killed by the Corruption.
  • Rexxentrum: Buildings turning purple-black, people acting like zombies
  • The Black Hand: Operations have grown darker under Emma's corrupted leadership
  • Elarion: The Corruption is spreading here too, despite Quinn/Seraphina
  • The Nine Hells: Asmodeus is struggling with its presence
  • Rindle Island: Expected to be heavily corrupted — empty streets, Black Hand influence

Stakes

  • Threatens to undo the peace the Four established
  • If unchecked, could dominate the entire realm
  • Party destined to bring balance again