Ithracian: The Fabled War-Master of Old Zuros

Ithracian: The Fabled War-Master of Old Zuros In the annals of history, the name Ithracian echoes through the ages as a legendary figure and remains worshiped amongst The Valosian Theocracy to this day —a fabled ruler and War-Master of the Second Age. During the height of the Second Age, Ithracian ruled over the city now known as Old Zuros, leading with zeal and wielding a blade that seemed to mirror the very essence of his god, Valos.
The Sun-Fire Blade:
Ithracian's weapon of choice was a pulsing blade of sun-fire, said to be imbued with the power of Valos himself. This radiant blade shone with an intense brilliance, striking fear into the hearts of those who dared oppose him. With this divine weapon in hand, Ithracian led the zealous legions of Valos in ferocious battles against all who challenged the mighty deity.
The Massacre Age:
During the dark days of the Massacre Age, Ithracian's prowess in battle was unmatched. His name became synonymous with unwavering loyalty to Valos and the unyielding defense of the faith. It was said that under his leadership, the legions of Valos were a force to be reckoned with, cutting down their foes with unrelenting fury.
The Defeat and Legacy:
As with all tales of valor, the story of Ithracian takes a somber turn. In a fateful clash, Ithracian faced a formidable champion of the smith god Rhyor. The name of this champion has been lost to the ravages of time, but the battle between these two mighty warriors was said to be an epic struggle that shook the very earth beneath their feet.
In a heart-wrenching twist, Ithracian met defeat at the hands of Rhyor's champion. With his death, the fabled blade of sun-fire fell into the possession of the victorious dwarvish warrior. The dwarves marveled at the blade's craftsmanship, believing it to be a creation of their own god, Rhyor.
The Mad Champion:
In the aftermath of the Massacre Age, as Rhyor met his end, the victorious champion was consumed by grief and guilt. His once unshakable mind was driven mad by the loss of his god, and he descended into a state of madness. Driven by inner torment, the bereaved champion roamed the lands, leaving destruction in his wake as he slayed any unfortunate soul who crossed his path.
In a tragic twist of fate, the once-mighty blade of Ithracian could not withstand the relentless onslaught of its wielder. Over time, the swirling sun-fire within the blade waned and finally extinguished, rendering the weapon a mere shadow of its former glory.
The Legacy Lives On:
Over the years, whispers and rumors of the shattered blade of Ithracian circulate among merchants and adventurers alike. While most dismiss these tales as mere fables, there is one source considered credible—the high-placed dwarvish noble family claiming to descend from Rhyor's unnamed champion. They assert that a piece of the legendary blade has been passed down through generations as a symbol of their lineage and a reminder of a bygone era.
The legend of Ithracian and his sun-fire blade endures, immortalized in the tales of bards and the chronicles of history. His legacy lives on as a symbol of unwavering devotion and the price of wielding divine power in a world where the deeds of heroes and champions shape the destinies of nations.