Appendix B: Character Dossier - Vecna: Eve of Ruin

Appendix B: Character Dossier. This appendix describes iconic characters the heroes might learn about during the adventure, presenting them in alphabetical order. Stat blocks are included as appropriate. Acererak Also known as the Devourer, Acererak is a powerful archlich feared across many worlds. He takes sadistic pleasure in killing adventurers by luring them into his trap-riddled tombs with the promise of powerful artifacts. Then he feeds on their souls to sustain his escapades across the multiverse. History Hundreds of years ago, Acererak was a mortal mage from Oerth devoted to the pursuit of power and immortality. Some say that Acererak was a pupil of Vecna, from whom he learned undeath's secrets. Acererak travels the planes in search of powerful artifacts. When the archlich finds a particularly intriguing one, he seals it in one of his infamous tombs to tempt treasure hunters into the dungeon's depths. Acererak has filled these tombs with deadly traps, fearsome monsters, and twisted puzzles meant to torment and eventually slay would-be thieves, whose souls he then consumes. The most famous of Acererak's tombs is the Tomb of Horrors, which has claimed many adventurers throughout its history. Another infamous tomb is the Tomb of the Nine Gods, in which Acererak sealed nine false gods he had slain there. He has additional tombs on Oerth, in Faerûn, and beyond. Unlike many archliches, Acererak doesn't desire godhood. Nevertheless, his nefarious deeds have garnered him a substantial following. One such group of these followers founded the Bleak Academy, an institution of arcane and religious learning that extols Acererak's power. Personality Acererak delights in watching others perish. He regards himself as superior in all aspects, treating others as one would annoying insects. He views even the creatures he creates as mere tools to serve his whims. This hubris has often led him to disaster, but as a lich, Acererak continually returns to unlife. Alustriel Silve...