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A (fortunately) seldom encountered demon-like being of uncertain origin. Unlike demonic avatars, Balrogs appear fully physically manifested on Alusia. | A (fortunately) seldom encountered demon-like being of uncertain origin. Unlike demonic avatars, Balrogs appear fully physically manifested on Alusia. | ||
Some sources claim the creatures are examples of fallen semi-divine beings from earlier ages of the world while another purported creator of these dire beings is [[Baal]], the first of the [[Ancient Dragons|ancient dragons]] and perhaps the first Alusian [[Powers of Darkness|power of darkness]]. According to certain ancient sources Baal created the ''Baal-rukhs'' (or ''Birds of Baal'') as part of his plan to throw down the mortal realms. | Some sources claim the creatures are examples of fallen semi-divine beings from earlier ages of the world while another purported creator of these dire beings is [[Baal]], the first of the [[Ancient Dragons|ancient dragons]] and perhaps the first Alusian [[Powers of Darkness|power of darkness]]. According to certain ancient sources Baal created the ''Baal-rukhs'' (or ''Birds of Baal'') as part of his plan to throw down the mortal realms, and may have used ''fallen titans'' as the starting point. | ||
The presence of Balrogs in proximity to Ahriman and Istu, two of the imprisoned sons of Baal, may add credence to this claim. | The presence of Balrogs in proximity to Ahriman and Istu, two of the imprisoned sons of Baal, may add credence to this claim. | ||
Most of the few balrogs encountered have been titan-sized or larger, appear to burn from within, | Most of the few balrogs encountered have been titan-sized or larger, appear to burn from within, are shrouded in fire and shadow, and bear flaming weapons. They may appear to have wings of shadow but it is unclear whether they can fly. | ||
===Known Balrogs=== | ===Known Balrogs=== | ||
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Gothron later encountered another Guild party and in the ensuing combat its ''glass'' hand (actually constructed of ''warpstone'') came into contact with a holy object and exploded with some unusual and enduring side-effects for the party members involved. | Gothron later encountered another Guild party and in the ensuing combat its ''glass'' hand (actually constructed of ''warpstone'') came into contact with a holy object and exploded with some unusual and enduring side-effects for the party members involved. | ||
Gothron's current whereabouts are unknown. Gothron's missing hand is believed to be stored (still alive) at the "Plains Guild" hall. | Gothron's current whereabouts are unknown. Gothron's missing hand is believed to be stored (and still alive) at the "Plains Guild" hall. | ||
===="Istu's Balrog"==== | ===="Istu's Balrog"==== | ||
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It is known that by the time of [[Quest for Lost Dragons]] in Spring 802 WK, Istu was gone from the Microverse and the balrog is believed to have departed with him. | It is known that by the time of [[Quest for Lost Dragons]] in Spring 802 WK, Istu was gone from the Microverse and the balrog is believed to have departed with him. | ||
====The Shape of Fire==== | ====The Shape of Fire==== | ||
This may or may not be a balrog, and may be a titan. [[The Shape of Fire]] is believed to spend most of his time under the [[Filgiso Forest]], awaiting the day he can burn everything. | |||
Latest revision as of 22:56, 31 May 2026
A (fortunately) seldom encountered demon-like being of uncertain origin. Unlike demonic avatars, Balrogs appear fully physically manifested on Alusia.
Some sources claim the creatures are examples of fallen semi-divine beings from earlier ages of the world while another purported creator of these dire beings is Baal, the first of the ancient dragons and perhaps the first Alusian power of darkness. According to certain ancient sources Baal created the Baal-rukhs (or Birds of Baal) as part of his plan to throw down the mortal realms, and may have used fallen titans as the starting point.
The presence of Balrogs in proximity to Ahriman and Istu, two of the imprisoned sons of Baal, may add credence to this claim.
Most of the few balrogs encountered have been titan-sized or larger, appear to burn from within, are shrouded in fire and shadow, and bear flaming weapons. They may appear to have wings of shadow but it is unclear whether they can fly.
Known Balrogs
Gothron / Garthron
Discovered in dwarven mines in the Dragonspine Mountains in the north of Bowcourt, Gothron (or Garthron, spelling varies) was watching over the tomb-prison of Ahriman. This balrog had an unusual distinguising mark - it was missing its left hand, which had been replaced with one made of a crystalline substance.
The Balrog used threats to have a guild party bring it an Egg from off-plane that unlocked the tomb, freeing Ahriman. The freed Ahriman subsequently dismissed Gothron (much to the Balrog's dismay).
Gothron later encountered another Guild party and in the ensuing combat its glass hand (actually constructed of warpstone) came into contact with a holy object and exploded with some unusual and enduring side-effects for the party members involved.
Gothron's current whereabouts are unknown. Gothron's missing hand is believed to be stored (and still alive) at the "Plains Guild" hall.
"Istu's Balrog"
The name of this balrog is unknown but it was encountered in the Microverse watching over the tomb-prison of Istu. Little is known of this being other than it would issues challenges to games of chess (and then cheat).
It is known that by the time of Quest for Lost Dragons in Spring 802 WK, Istu was gone from the Microverse and the balrog is believed to have departed with him.
The Shape of Fire
This may or may not be a balrog, and may be a titan. The Shape of Fire is believed to spend most of his time under the Filgiso Forest, awaiting the day he can burn everything.
