Middras

The Betrayer

Middras the Betrayer, once revered as the Dragon God of Knowledge, was a deity whose insatiable thirst for power led him to commit acts of treachery that forever changed the landscape of the divine. Driven by ambition, he turned against the other Dragon and Cat Gods, sealing them away in a bid to claim knowledge and dominion for himself. His betrayal resulted in chaos and destruction, allowing both Dragon and Cat kind to perish, as their guardians were removed from the world. After his catastrophic ascendance, Middras vanished, leaving only whispers of his dark legacy in the hearts of those who remembered.
To mortals, Middras often took the form of a massive black dragon, his scales as dark as obsidian and his eyes glowing with an unsettling intelligence. This formidable appearance instilled fear, as he was known to embody both knowledge and deceit. Alternatively, he would manifest as a shadowy figure, a tall man cloaked in darkness, with a sharp gaze that seemed to pierce through the very soul. In this guise, he would seek out those who desired power, offering them knowledge in exchange for their loyalty, though such bargains often came with dire consequences.
Middras attracted followers who were ambitious, cunning, and often unscrupulous in their quest for knowledge. His devotees included scholars, warlocks, and spies who sought to gain forbidden knowledge and wield it for their own benefit. Known as the Whispering Cult, these followers delved into dark arts and secretive practices, believing that knowledge was power—and that betrayal was a necessary tool in their pursuit of greatness. Many were drawn to him out of desperation, willing to forsake their morals for a chance at enlightenment and influence.
Those who were enslaved to Middras were often individuals who had succumbed to his promises of power and wisdom. Mortals who sought forbidden knowledge and could not resist the allure of his gifts found themselves bound to his will, serving as his eyes and ears in the world. These enslaved souls were often tasked with carrying out his dark bidding, gathering secrets, and ensuring that his influence spread throughout the realms. Additionally, creatures of darkness, such as shadow elementals and corrupted scholars, were compelled to serve him, driven by a twisted desire for knowledge that ultimately led to their own undoing.
Middras's personality was characterized by a cold, calculating demeanor. He was a master manipulator, using charm and intellect to ensnare those around him while concealing his true intentions. He valued knowledge above all else, seeing it as a weapon to be wielded against both allies and enemies. Middras took pleasure in the suffering of others, particularly those who had trusted him, reveling in the chaos that followed his betrayal. His cunning nature made him a formidable adversary, always lurking in the shadows, plotting his next move in a game where he viewed all beings as mere pawns in his pursuit of ultimate power.

Divine Classification

Deity

Alignment

Neutral Evil

Current Status

Unknown

Species

Deities

Realm

The Well of Shadows

Current Residence

Unknown

Ruled Locations

• The Well of Shadows