Dark Elf
Innoruuk's elves of Neriak.
Overview
Drawn from The Crimson Teir — official article.EQ1Primary · official
The Crimson Teir
Innoruuk, God of Hate, created the dark elves by kidnapping the king and queen of the elves, who were created by Tunare, and twisting them to his own image. The result was a cruel subterranean dark-skinned race. The dark elves are the means through which Innoruuk plots to destroy the races of Tunare, Prexus, and Brell Serilis who made a pact to populate Norrath with the races they created. Innoruuk especially despises the elves and dwarves.
It is said that in the past, Innoruuk had a group of chosen Teir'Dal followers he employed to spread hate across the face of Norrath. These chosen were known as The Crimson Teir. Only the highest and most decorated followers of Innoruuk were chose to hold these positions. To each he entrusted a piece of armor that they were bound to, in life and in unlife. These relics allowed them to channel some of Innoruuk's power, and with their aid they sowed suffering and hate across the world. Though this pleased the Prince of Hate, he had ulterior motives, for he was already planning the coming of his Child.
This armor, though it granted the owner incredible power, that power came at a terrible price. Each piece was bound to the soul of the owner, and slowly drained away the life essence of the possessor. These spiritually desiccated creatures would eventually serve as the tests he would pit his child against. The now physically ruined and mentally corrupted Crimson Teir can no longer comprehend their roles in the glory of their wicked master, Innoruuk. They know only bedlam in a hollow and endless existence of unlife.
Acting on the advice of her teacher, Laarthik K'Shin, Lanys T'Vyl sets forth to reclaim the pieces of armor from the Crimson Teir, now scattered across the world. Her first test brings her to the old Teir'Dal city of Befallen to obtain the Abhorrent Bracers of Darkness. The following is a missive sent to Neriak by Laarthik K'Shin:
The night began with a gathering of the Teir'Dal outside Neriak. They knew Lanys would appear, as it was her custom to do so at that hour. She was expected. I, however, was not. My arrival helped to unite the servants of Hate and defeat the heathens, which had dared to venture into Nektulos.
I was allowed to speak from the Great Rock, what we now call the Pulpit; I addressed those assembled with the following words:
Overview
Drawn from The History of the Teir'Dal (House Item) — in-game book.EQ2Primary · mirrored · best available source
Through my own experiences, I have gained knowledge and insight into the Teir'Dal. Each part of this history tome can only be completed in its own time.
Story 1
Those who are not Teir'Dal cannot understand. They ask, "Why harbor ill-will towards others and not toward the one who tormented your kind into being?" It is easy to judge others, isn't it?
A long time ago, the gods made a pact amongst themselves to divide the world and populate it with their own beings. So came forth the dwarves, and the elves, and the others. No one thought to include Innoruuk. No one invited him.
It is no wonder, then, that he had to create us in secret. Why should we hate him, who gave us life and purpose? We are not his afterthought, but the afterthought of all others who came before. And we will not forget that.
While Innoruuk fashioned us in the dark, the others scampered around without purpose or reason. We are not made that way. Every step we take has meaning, we consider everything in its own measure.
Our ancient home is Neriak, our beautiful, ancient home, lost to us forever. I am not sentimental, yet I remember its beauty. Since we can never return home, we make do with Freeport, city of men.
Overview
Drawn from Dorn B’Dynn — compiled history.RPGCommunity article · best available source
A tall and well-formed dark elf, Dorn B’Dynn is in self-imposed exile in the Desert of Ro, and hates every moment of it. Raised a member of the Cauldron of Hate, the guild of warriors in Neriak, B’Dynn has never been satisified with his position in Teir’Dal society. He has spent his long life plotting to increase his prestige, seeking the status that comes with personal power. B’Dynn took up the study of necromancy, but discovered that even that did not meet his needs. When teh guildmaster of the Cauldron of Hate decided he neded a trusted warrior to maintain a present in the Desert of Ro, B’Dynn saw great opportunity to gain a reputation, so he volunteered.
B’Dynn’s main duty is to ensure various smuggled goods shipped from Faydwer and Kunark are delivered safely to the Dismal Rage in Freeport. He also spies on other forces within Ro and the Oasis of Marr, mtains diplomatic ties to the Scorchfist Orcs, and arranges safe passage of trolls out of Grobb (a service that requires the trolls to serve a Teir’Dal master for several years – a source of many troll guards for the dark elves).
B’Dynn has gone far beyond his stated duties, however. He has forme da close alliance with the dervishes of the desert, and plans to bring them fully under his control in teh decades to come. He hopes to make them the core of his own army, with which he will claim control of all the lands from Freeport to Innothule Swamp. He then intends to take control of the troll lands as well, bolstering his army further. Once he has this level of mastery he plans to make a conerted effort to raid the remains of Takish’Hiz, and any other old elven ruin, regardless of how many dervishes and trolls he has to kill in the effort. He sees the gypsies as his primary opposition in this effort, and never misses an opportunity to make their lives difficult.
Quest: Seakillers’ Heads
Faction: Cauldron of Hate (-1 rank)
NPC: Dorn B’Dynn
CR: 17
Official Lore
22Collected official lore pieces, from in-game and out.
Why We Fight, Chronicle One
This is the book that was given to me by Mistress Jaeta H’arn of the Order of Nektulos. She says this book is from long before the Cataclysm and is one of the first books all Teir`Dal children read The Teir`Dal were once the rulers of the entire surface and beyond of Norrath. We ruled all the lands and all the peoples contained within them.
Read the full sourceOn the Town of: Neriak – Part 1
On the Town of: Neriak - Part 1 Overview of Neriak Neriak is a dark beautiful city carved out of the very bones of the earth, deep under the forest of Nektulos. The multileveled tunnels that make up the basic connecting structure of Neriak were originally carved by meandering underground rivers that sprang from Lake Neriuss when its levels were higher.
Read the full sourceProfiles
Name: Zatozia The Torturess Race: Dark Elf Class: Cleric - The Birth - When Innoruuk, the Prince of Hate, abducted the High Elf King and Queen from city of Takish Hiz, he imprisoned them on the Plane of Hate where he tortured and broke them recreating them according to his own design.
Read the full sourceNo Aid from Faydark
Neriak Signal:: }-------------------------} Vol. 9 No. 5 - Special Edition ~ No Aid from Faydark ~ It seems as though the rest of the world has grown frightened of our growing show of strength. They all live in fear. As we all know, fear leads to death or Hatred. With every passing day the power of Hate grows in the world.
Read the full sourceDoNRaceBookDarkElf
These armor patterns are stolen copies of the designs made for Lanys T'Vyl's elite guard. It is unclear how the artisans originally came to these designs, but it is obvious that they were derived from many ancient sources. Some the patterns echo early dark elf armor crafting techniques which have been refitted with modern materials and flair.
Read the full sourceDoNCultBook2DarkElf
Many sets of dark elf armor can be adorned with power glyphs derived from a number of methods -- enchantments on the drained blood of vanquished foes, dark prayers to Innoruuk, or even etched designs made of woven spider web. This book delves into many unspeakable rituals and depicts the methodology behind creating such rare and precious glyphs.
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DoNCultBook1DarkElf
Many sets of dark elf armor can be adorned with power glyphs derived from a number of methods -- enchantments on the drained blood of vanquished foes, dark prayers to Innoruuk, or even etched designs made of woven spider web. This book delves into many unspeakable rituals and depicts the methodology behind creating such rare and precious glyphs.
Read the full sourceDoNCultBook3DarkElf
Many sets of dark elf armor can be adorned with power glyphs derived from a number of methods -- enchantments on the drained blood of vanquished foes, dark prayers to Innoruuk, or even etched designs made of woven spider web. This book delves into many unspeakable rituals and depicts the methodology behind creating such rare and precious glyphs.
Read the full sourceThe History of the Teir'Dal (House Item)
Through my own experiences, I have gained knowledge and insight into the Teir'Dal. Each part of this history tome can only be completed in its own time. Story 1 Those who are not Teir'Dal cannot understand. They ask, "Why harbor ill-will towards others and not toward the one who tormented your kind into being?" It is easy to judge others, isn't it?
Read the full sourceWhy We Fight, Chronicle One (House Item)
This is the book that was given to me by Mistress Jaeta H'arn of the Order of Nektulos. She says this book is from long before the Cataclysm, and is one of the first books all Teir`Dal children read. The Teir`Dal were once the rulers of the entirety of Norrath. We ruled all the lands and all the peoples contained within them. Even the trees bowed to us.
Read the full sourceWhy We Fight, Chronicle One (Book)
This is the book that was given to me by Mistress Jaeta H'arn of the Order of Nektulos. She says this book is from long before the Cataclysm, and is one of the first books all Teir`Dal children read. The Teir`Dal were once the rulers of the entirety of Norrath. We ruled all the lands and all the peoples contained within them. Even the trees bowed to us.
Read the full sourcenurglestone2
Tyrana Slil was quite pleased with Nurgal, especially since he swore that he brought this new find straight to her without telling anyone else. As one of the Teir'Dal ambassadors in Highkeep, it was Tyrana's job to be both spy and broker for materials gained in the keep.
Read the full source4th Race of Elves
You say ‘Who is Innoruuk’ Ulazia W’Selo says You speak the name of the prince of Hate. He is the higher power who set the Teir’Dal upon this land. All Teir’Dal pay homage to him. If they do not, they are surely [Heretics]. And, if they are heretics, they surely must die!!. You say ‘what heretics?’ Ulazia W’Selo says Speak not of Teir’Dal Heretics. Those Teir’…
Read the full sourceThe Interrogation of Opal Darkbriar
Opal Darkbriar: “Release me immediately! Cristanos Thex will not stand for this!” Opal Darkbriar: “Do you know who I am? I have powerful allies!” Opal Darkbriar: “These infernal wards nullify my translocation spells…” Opal Darkbriar: “If you do not release me there will be hell to pay! Do you hear me?!”
Read the full sourceDragoon Zytl - Blood Rank (House Item)
This old book is titled "Dragoon Zytl - Blood Rank". It is the account of a dark elven soldier that appears to have lived hundreds of years ago. Its chronicle tells of his involvement in events that led up to the invasion of Faydwyr. Through much work, most of the missing pages have been found. My subordinates have displeased me. Today I had to discipline a w…
Read the full sourceDragoon Zytl - Black Rank (House Item)
This old book is titled "Dragoon Zytl - Black Rank". It is the account of a dark elven soldier that appears to have lived hundreds of years ago. Its chronicle tells of the Dragoon's adventures throughout Norrath during the Time of Turmoil. Through much work, most of the missing pages have been found.
Read the full sourceDragoon Zytl - Green Rank (House Item)
This old book is titled "Dragoon Zytl - Green Rank". It is the account of a dark elven soldier that appears to have lived hundreds of years ago. Its chronicle tells of this dark elf's rise through the ranks of the Dragoons. Through much work, most of the missing pages have been found. I have passed the nine trials. I have defeated my enblooded brothers in mor…
Read the full sourceDark Elven Incursion
Odus Chronicle:: }-------------------------} Vol. 9 No. 3 ~ Dark Elven Incursion ~ The Dark Elves have begun a series of bold attacks against the citizens of Freeport. From their camps in Nektulos and the Commonlands, these dark menaces have attacked and killed anyone that they have come across, from merchants to members of the Freeport Guard.
Read the full sourceAzomnius
You say, ‘Hail, Azomnius’ Azomnius stretches and turns ageless eyes upon you. “Mortal Dark Elf. Mortal Dark Elf, there is trouble for you. Trouble I foresee. Azomnius can see your future, Dark Elf, and your [future] is turbulent.’ You say, ‘future’ Azomnius says ‘Already written, is the story of your life, Dark Elf.
Read the full sourceWar of Fay: Death
This is the last in a series of journals written by a young Teir'Dal soldier during the War of Fay. The Teir'Dal are often considered deceitful and conceited. The perspective of this young diarist provides a different insight into the thoughts of at least one of them during the War of Fay. Days pass and still the illusions hold. I venture into Felwithe alone,…
Read the full sourceWar of Fay: Crossing the Faydark
This is another part of a journal written by a young Teir'Dal soldier during the War of Fay. During the War of Fay, many things changed or were forgotten. This book provides one person's perspective, all the more interesting as this person was part of a secretive Teir'Dal unit during the War of Fay. Travel by dark, rest during the day. The pattern repeats.
Read the full sourceWar of Fay: Felwithe (Item)
This is the fifth book based on the journal of a young Teir'Dal soldier during the War of Fay. The journals of this young Teir'Dal soldier chronicle the crossing Faydwer on a mission to Felwithe during the War of Fay with the Cantor, an illusionist. Our journey takes many days for we are careful to travel as far from the actual fighting as possible.
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