The Lich, a mage who has forsaken the realm of the living to embrace the eerie allure of death. These ancient beings, born from the dark marriage of magic and macabre rituals, stand as the pinnacle of Necromancy, shrouded in mystery and wielding power that transcends mortal understanding. During the tumultuous era of the One Hundred Year War, these necromantic sorcerers rose to prominence, becoming crucial allies to the Fire Isle Mages.
Once a devoted magic-user, the Lich undergoes a transformation that renders them eternal, decaying shells of their former selves. Though some may be of recent origin, their visages are no less scarred and rotten. These undead mages bear the weight of ages, their bodies slowly succumbing to the inexorable pull of decay. Eyes, once vibrant windows into their magical prowess, become hollowed sockets, replaced by orbs of shifting power that hint at the dark secrets within.
The importance of Liches in the necromantic arts lies not only in their mastery of death but also in their unique ability to control and raise the undead. During the One Hundred Year War, the Lichs became indispensable to the Dark Army, a malevolent force fueled by the restless souls of the deceased. Without the guiding hand of these undead overlords, the hordes they conjure would descend into chaos, stumbling lifelessly across the battlefield, devoid of purpose or coordination.
Necromancy, in the hands of a Lich, becomes an art of manipulation, a symphony of dark energies harnessed to puppeteer the deceased. The Lich’s mastery over life and death allows them to command legions of undead soldiers, creating a formidable force that strikes terror into the hearts of their adversaries. As the war rages on, the Lichs stand at the forefront, orchestrating the dance of death with chilling precision.
Amidst the chaos of war, the Lichs’ alliance with the Fire Isle Mages forms a dark covenant, a marriage of convenience in the pursuit of power. The Fire Isle Mages provide the arcane support necessary for the Lichs’ unholy endeavors, and in return, the Lichs bolster the ranks of the Dark Army with their obedient legions of the undead. It is a sinister pact, sealed in the shadows where the flames of war burn brightest.