Shadow Emperor

The Shadow Emperor is a demonic entity who is the creator of the Ink Corruption, and the main antagonist of A Crafty Crusade.
== Appearance ==
Though physical appearance may differ from time to time, the Shadow Emperor is always depicted as a wispy, dim-colored spirit with purple and sometimes reddish eyes, a diamond-shaped mask, and floating king's crown above his head. He wears what is presumably chest armor, along with a cape and an oversized indigo-colored cloak.
== Personality ==
Like your expected villain, the Shadow Emperor is often seen as a wicked and disastrous being that shows no true emotions nor sympathy towards anyone, not even to his assassins nor those he's corrupted.
== Abilities ==
As a being of darkness, the Shadow Emperor has the ability to cast dark magic using his mind and soul, though sometimes he uses magic crystals to enhance his power. He can also unleash a black, ink-like corruption that lashes onto others' insides, making them more aggressive and emotionless.
== History ==
=== Pre-series ===
 
His origins are still unclear, even according to the prophecy, but it's believed that this entity has been around for millions of decades. He was awakened with no confirmed source, and almost immediately started raining black ink all across the land. This has caused those. It had created, and soon there was almost no hope in sight for the world. However, the forces of nature soon took notice of the chaos and sent out a hero to fend off against the wicked entity.
After he was defeated, the Shadow Emperor was then sealed. Since the seal was temporary, the natural deities assumed a prophecy that every century, the emperor will be awakened and release corruption onto the land, only to be stopped by whatever hero is put to the test next.
=== A Crafty Crusade ===
In his game debut, similar to most, the Shadow Emperor has awoken from his slumber and shattered the seal set by the previous hero, thus once again spreading corruption throughout most of the world. Shortly after, the townspeople of Stickby Square took note of this and sent one of their younglings to check on the Cavern of Destiny and awaken the hero. He is also mentioned various times throughout the game before his main confrontation with the player's avatar.
== Trivia ==
* The character in itself is a quick nod to the Dark Lord villain archetype.
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