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Larine the Exile

Ironfist

Larrne the Exile was one of the Elven heroes in Arkain.

## Background

Larine was an Elven officer in the Elven Army, but her criticism to Queen Renova's choice of moves made her launch a failed coup, which led to her husband's death, and her exile to the Human Kingdoms.

## Skills

* Forked Lightning
* Frost Arrows
* Summon Hawk
* Mirage
* Medicine of the Exile (Leadership Boni research)

## Exclusive Items

* Larine's Ring - Adds Strength, Agility and Intelligence to the Hero. Can be boosted further.

## Story

### Human Book

She initially appeared in the Kingdom of Kerrel, acting as King Dorten's counsel, when Gardon Bloodclaw, Blen Greymoore, Aedale Redfist and Harmos appeared in the castle, while Salomar the Healer was killed by Rahandir Drakeskull. She was there, when Renald Van Durce and Golden Guard arrested both Aedale and Blen. She assisted Gardon against Korras Retka in the closing battle.

And she reappeared on the Burning Forest, assisting Merlon Seabright eliminate Lord Arganus Teran.

Then, should you choose Salana Woodhunter to flee instead of helping Gardon and Ironfist liberate Derryn Outpost, she will become Gardon's agent, and later used as the Elven puppet instead of Salana. She assisted the defeat of Retka's rebellion with Gardon. And she was placed as Queen of the Elves, after Queen Renova's death at the hands of Sapphira Whisperwind. But should you choose Salana, she was seen at the aftermath. She was welcomed once again, and put in the council.
Tarm Luthran

Tarm Luthran is an Imperial Regiments leader, member of the Imperial Army, and a character in Arkain.

## Background

His background were once shrouded in mystery, the only things that can be attributed to him were he became an Imperial general and a noble by his deeds, dealing with pest control, dealing with wild beasts and monsters, and as recently, Orc hunting.
Claire

Claire Greendale was a Human unit in Arkain.

## Background

Coming from a minor noble family in Lor, she has everything, until the Demon Legion overrun the Kingdoms. She lost everything she has, so she joined Imperial Army as vengeance. She was accepted, but drafted to Ironfist instead of main Imperial Army. She endured, just like thousands, the draconian and spartan style of training by Thanok. She initially held a diary describing her routines, but it stopped after she mysteriously put her salutations to Gardon Bloodclaw. She became Thanok's lieutenant.

## Story

### Human Book

She initially appeared during Thanok and Gardon Bloodclaw's assessment of the Pyrrean Pass, escorting Cora Redfist.

Then, she appeared alongside Thanok as they attempt to rescue their master at the hands of Undead Nexus and Human cohorts. She took care of the eastern base, while Thanok and Zed were on the west, with assistance from a mysterious creature.

Then, she appeared on Merlon Seabright's base, commanding him to secure the coast. Merlon tries to woo her, but rebuffed. He went to retrieve a diamond for her.

Then, she was on her master's and Thanok's side, as they march against Renald Van Durce/Sir Praxeus Braelon/Zarin Hammerfall's forces.
Dragons

Dragons were creatures in Arkain, part of the storylines and armies of different factions.

## Biology

Dragon species were based upon the color of their scales and skins. Also, depending on the colour, they are using different elements on their attack.

While most of them exist in full Dragon form only, there are rare examples of them transforming themselves into another mortal form, like Thanok can.

## Species

* Black Dragon

Description: Black Dragons were just that, dragons with black skin and scales. They were once common in Zyainor, assisted the Kingdom in dominating Arkain. But an incident between a Zyaise royalty and a dragon happened, and the Zyaise doesn't punish the erring person, they abandoned Zyainor, hastening the downfall. After that, they hide in caverns, hunted down by the mortals.
Gardon Bloodclaw seeks Queen Kasraazs, offering her to resurrect Zyainor and an heir with direct bloodline to Zyaise nobility Vail, in exchange for her cooperation. She agreed and sent Thanok to seal the deal.

* Gold Dragon

Description: The once powerful Gold Dragons once lived in the Empire of Rodan in numbers. They cooperated with the Imperials and fellow Silver Dragons. They were the inspiration for the formation of Dragon Regiment. But over time, their numbers start declining, until the eventual extinction of their race. The cause of demise was unknown, but it was suspected that overhunting was the cause.

* Silver Dragon

Description: Silver Dragons, alongside the Golden counterparts, were once a thriving race of Dragons in the Empire of Rodan, with them assisting the Imperials, with the condition only was they coexist. But like the Golden Dragons, their days were numbered, until they became extinct too.

* Red Dragon

Description: These race of Dragon was known with their red skin and scales. They were at the hands of Moghtar, because their nests were at the mercy of these slavers. When Rangul liberated their nests, they rise against their slavers, and wilfully joined the Orcs, and later, the Tribal Dominion.

* Sand Dragon

Description: These Dragons were unique and indigenous on the Salrian lands, near the place where the Ogre Legion lived. These dragons uses Lightning, and these particular race was quite limited in numbers.

* Swamp Dragon

Description: These Dragons, judging by their name, lived on the swamplands of Arkain. Their relationship with the Black Dragons were worst. So when the Black Dragons joined Gardon Bloodclaw, they joined the Golden Guard with a little condition from Lord Marin.

* Nether Dragon

Description: These dragons lived on the Demon lands. Their origins unknown, these flying beasts were wilfully allied with the Demon Legions living on the land where they came from.
Sasrogarn

Sasrogarn was an Orc hero in Arkain.

Vanessa Redfist (stepsister)

## Background

He was Rangul's son and Amari's brother. He is strong like his father, but his method of fighting made him quite disliked by some of his fellows. Amari especially hated him for being a spineless coward. But still, in respect to him, she kept it to herself.

Rangul appointed him to operate with other clans.

## Story

### Orc Book

He was commanded by Rangul to build a fleet to rebuild their forces. He retook an abandoned Orc base, then build a fleet. He fought through Imperial Army, Knights of Kome and Seabright's Elite, killing Merlon Seabright (claimed by himself). Then, he was assisted by Rath Wolfscar in rescuing Vanessa Redfist from Imperial Army, Hammerfall and Elven Army bases in Kome.

Then, he assisted his father and Vanessa in investigating what Undead Nexus up to. Despite losing 2 Orc Clan leaders at the hands of Aridon the Watcher, they defeated Undead Nexus, Imperial outpost nearby, and the Demon Legion and the Human Slaves too.

When the battle against Imperial Armies, Lerrig Goldheart's men, Salomar the Healer's Paladin Order and Cleavehand's elite, he stayed in the base, defending it from enemies while Rath leads the charge against their enemies.

When the Demon Legion attacks, they retreated in devastating fashion. They decided to reform their ranks, even reluctantly accepting Amari's assistance. He leads the defense of their base, while Amari and Rangul finds allies. He boasted of defending the base from enemies, but in reality, he was far behind the front, leaving the dirty deeds to others, especially Flammedus.

When Zairmak and Grofzag arrived from reorganising their soldiers, he commanded the Furbolgs to attack. Then, hides behind the lines. When news of Rangul's death reached him, he tried to insert himself as leader of the Orc Clans and Tribal Dominion. Amari heard her brother's takeover while assisting Gnolls. She herself leads the relief of the siege in their base and destroys the Undead Nexus attack force, just to confront him.

They repelled and counterattacked the Imperial Regiments, Daric's Mercenaries and Salrian Army, and later on, Undead Nexus under Bonelords

. He proclaimed that he did it all by himself, being a credit grabber he is. He was confronted by Amari, and after a short duel, killed him and she became the undisputed leader of the newly minted Tribal Dominion.

### Undead Book

He was busy fighting Imperial Navy when Undead Nexus attacked, and killed him and Merlon in one full sweep.
Dogran

Dogran was the Goldaxe Clan's representative.

## Background

Dogran was representative of the Goldaxe Clan's chieftain, a greedy and opportunistic leader. He represented him in every meeting.

## Skill

* Mirror Image
* Wind Walk
* Critical Strike
* Whirling Attack

## Story

### Human Book

He led the Goldaxe Clan and other Orc Clans in defeating a major Imperial base on Lor. It took Zarin Hammerfall and Elven Army under Salana Woodhunter to defeat them all. He was killed, and his tome stolen.

### Orc Book

He was present in the Orc Clan meeting, watching Destroyer and other clan's bickering, he offered to join Rangul, if the Deathbreeze Clan chieftain fulfill the Goldaxe chieftain's greed of 4000 gold. They joined after fulfilling the request.

Later on, after he and Gorthog the Blooddrinker flee the Undead Nexus attacks on their line on the way to support Rangul's push towards the Imperial main base. They found a tunnel and they tried to find a way out, when Aridon the Watcher killed both of them.
One-Eye

One-Eye was an Orc hero in Arkain.

Tribal Dominion

## Background

The most senior of the Orcs living on the islands. One-Eye was named after he was blind in one eye.

## Abilities

* Wind Walk
* Dripping Venom
* Endurance Aura
* Blade Spin

## Story

### Orc Book

He was one of the survivors of Redfist's genocidal rampage across Orc Islands. In one island, where most of the Orcish villages were burned, and villagers killed to the last child, he evaded the Redfist patrols, meeting other survivors. He and his ragtag band of warriors regrouped scattered units, and he took a blade from a Redfist Merciless unit guarding it. Then he went and killed another officer holding a key, and used it to contact an isolated Goblin camp, making transports out of them. They reunite with the main Orc Clan camp under Rangul, Amari and Sasrogarn, reporting the tragic news about their homeland.

He assisted the Orcs in fighting through Flammedus's camp. Then, after Amari and Okri left for Gnoll Island, Rangul, Ephrog and Vanessa went to acquire Dragons, he along with Flammedus and Grella the Bonesplitter, and newcomers Zairmak and Grofzag defend the base from Salrian Army/Daric's Mercenaries/Royal Army/Dwarven Kingdom/Redfist/Imperial Regiments, while Sasrogarn hid in the center, sending only waves of Deathbreeze Clan attacks.

Then, he was with Grella to help Amari fight off Zora's Pirates/Daric's Mercenaries/Imperial Regiment forces, and reporting what happened to Rangul. Together, they lifted the siege of their base led by Logan the Skirmisher and the joint Imperial Regiments/Redfist/Dwarves/Salrian Army. But they were both attacked by Undead Nexus and Dark Elves led by Bonelords. Logan halted the siege, focusing on Undead attacks.

After Amari killed Sasrogarn after the latter's failed coup, he pledged his assistance to her, reforming the Orc Clans and merging with other races to create Tribal Dominion. He helped her up to the final showdown between the hunters and the hunted, and making the Kingdom their new home.

In the secret level, their base was destroyed by Redfist and he was killed.
Kazardius

Kazardius is an Undead character in Arkain.

## Background

A powerful Ca'rach and general of Zyainor in life, Kazardius served the ancient nation of Zyainor during its final days. His leadership brought his troops many victories and their loyalty in their valiant leader was without question for he treated them well and rewarded those who had proven themselves to him. It is said that when the black dragons left and Zyainor broke apart, he and his forces stood their ground as the stalwart defenders of the capital city, protecting what was left of the ruling family during the final days. Cunning and disciplined, Kazardius managed to defend the city for many weeks despite being severely outnumbered. No foe from the outside would defeat him and his forces. However, it was the citizens of the very city Kazardius and his men defended that turned on them. It is unclear what happened, but in the morning, the civilians had let the enemy inside the city and Kazardius and his forces were gone, no corpses, not even bones remained. Only their armors and weapons – and those disappeared in the chaos that followed. In time, they had found their way to the Dead Mountain. Kazardius and his followers returned, their spirits possessing the very armors they had possessed in life. Ever since Kazardius led his bodyless forces as well as undead warriors into battle. A great tactician as he had been in life, yes, but also hateful towards the descendants of those who had turned on him. Kazardius and his forces feel nothing but hate towards the Kingdoms and would gladly see them all destroyed – they merely await the orders of their new master. Eagerly.

Also, he had his loyal Black Dragon Korzar the Fist of Kazardius by his side, even in death.
Search for the Power Sources

Temple Island

Temple grounds

Blooddrinker Legion

Souleater Legion

Demon Slaves

* Ancient Guardians
* Orc Clans

Deathbreeze Clan

Goldaxe Clan

* Undead Nexus

Splecir Nexus

* Nightmares

Deathbreeze Clan defeated.

Aedale either spared, or corrupted.

Death of Salomar the Healer (optional).

Search for the Power Sources are series of battles to claim several mysterious power sources.

## Background

Aedale Redfist sensed some power sources which she thinks that can help turn the tide against the Demons, which she sought after.

## Battles

### Dark Secrets

The duo of Aedale and Salomar the Healer entered the Derryn Outpost tunnel system, which the former sensed that there is a mysterious powers emanating. They fought Demons, their Slaves, Ancient Guardians and Undead all the way to the area where the source is. Rahandir Drakeskull destroyed it, unknowingly left a shard intact. The duo dueled with the Lich, and the latter leaves. Aedale either ignored or took the shard.

### A Fresh Breeze

Merlon Seabright built a fleet and base to destroy the Orcish Deathbreeze Clan flotilla threatening the coast. The duo assisted him in fighting and defeating the Orcs and Demon stragglers. But the Undead fleet sinks the ships, except for a Transport.

### Ancient Secrets

A Temple in the Island was became another source that was sensed by Aedale. The duo arrived at the island, which they met "Blen Greymoore". They fought their way towards the room where the source is. When they arrive however, a Shadow creature prevented them from taking the power source, offering skills instead. Either Aedale forced her way to take the artifact, or obey the Shadow creature. Former, "Blen" strips his cover and kills Salomar, and opened the temple's altar's gate.

### Face of Corruption

Secret level in which Aedale unsealed Lisara. She encountered Demons and her own delusions.

## Aftermath

Either Aedale was victorious, but corrupted, or loses her chance to empower herself.
Haran'tel-kazor

Haran'tel-kazor or simply Haran is an Undead hero in Arkain.

## Background

Like the entirety of his race, Haran'tel-kazor was born as a slave of the Undead, serving their will by guarding the Dead Mountain and doing labor for his dead masters. As all Nerubians, he too was destined to one day be turned into an undead creature. However, Haran, as his friends called him, was not willing to let this continue and started an uprising against his undead masters. His loyal rebel followers named him their one and only overlord and they started a guerilla war against the Undead. During this time, Haran learned much about war, combat and strategy - but also about loss, tragedy and death. The war against the Undead would never end, so Haran ordered to do whatever was possible to make the females of his race lay more eggs, including dark magic. His own mate, a queen, died by the exposure of this magic, but it managed to create massive amounts of small hatchlings. While weak and of little intelligence, they were extremely numerous and allowed Haran to survive the war of attrition against his undying foes even longer. He wouldn't hesitate to throw enormous numbers of lesser hatchlings and Nerubians at his enemies while the strong ones were kept safe until they were needed. Many of his race thought that both the loss of his mate and the never-ending war against the Undead had hardened his heart, yet they continued to serve the one who broke their chains.
Unbeknownst to them all, including Haran, their uprising had the blessing of Aridon who saw this as a chance to not only give the rogue Nerubians a reason to lay and hatch more eggs while giving them combat experience but also a chance to find the strongest of their race: Haran'tel-kazor. Aridon had allowed their rebellion to continue for a long time to see their strength and numbers grow - and then, when the Second Voidwar began, he harvested them all, including Haran. Haran was reanimated as a Crypt Overlord to serve in the ranks of the Watcher as it had always been his destiny.

## Abilities

* Impale
* Carrion Beetle
* Spiked Carapace
* Locust Swarm

## Exclusive Items

* Crown of the Spider King - Adds Strength and Agility to thr Hero.

## Story

### First Undead Book

He led his Nerubians against the Undead, but was killed and reanimated. He later on followed the Watcher and fought for the Dead One's will.

### Second Undead Book

He was inserted into Ornasion's group, to watch his actions. He always loved to sarcastically talk to him everytime he gets.
Bull Regiment

The Bull Regiment is one of the Imperial Regiments. They were led by General Dorbric Berangar.

## Description

*'"Provoke the Bull at your own peril."'*

*The Bull Regiment is one of those curious relics that should have been retired long ago but still retains service. Despite fielding soldiers wearing modern plate armor, the Bull Regiment is still also making use of rather ancient armor and weapons that would be more at home in museums and ancient arenas. Still, the Bull Regiment continues to use both with surprising efficiency. Then again, one should never underestimate a soldier at the peak of human ability. The soldiers of the Bull Regiment has proven time and again that their brute force alone is more than enough to further the goals of the Empire - though who would openly speak out against someone strong enough to crush a skull with bare hands? Unlike the Wolf Regiment with its werewolves, the Dragon Regiment with its beasts, the Falcon Regiment with its tamed animals or the Phoenix Regiment with its summoned creatures, the Bull Regiment relies solely on pure human force alone. While some believe that they use spells or magic potions to increase their strength beyond what a human is normally capable of, the soldiers of the Bull Regiment speak only of hard, daily training and workouts. It matters little where their strength comes from, the brute force of this regiment cannot be denied. It is said that when the Bull Regiment was first deployed to deal with rebelling lords within the Empire, who first laughed at the sight of such barbaric-looking warriors but as soon as they had started killing rebel soldiers with a brutality that made being captured and tortured alive look like a relief in comparison, they stopped laughing. It should be mentioned that the Bull Regiment treated its prisoners hardly any better than any enemies they met on the open field. The Bull Regiment was not about taking captives, it was about being unleashed to destroy anything that stood in its way, leaving nothing behind to be rebuilt. While many of them still wear their traditional armors, the best among them wear an armor so heavy that regular soldiers would not be able to wear it. Even if an enemy was able to resist the first wave of lightly armored, savage warriors, the second wave consisting of the heavily-armored elite of the Bull Regiment would be their doom.*

## Story

### Orc Book

They defend the area against the Demon attacks. They also fell victim to an Orc raid during one of their defense, looting their resources while they are busy repelling the Demons.

Then, they were seen on Salria, defending the area against the combined Cliffhunter Clan/Flammedus' Centaurs/Deathbreeze Clan forces, which the combined Orcs and allied forces crushed their base.

### True Story

They were the main force during the final push upon the Darkmind Clan main encampment.

## Units

* Charger - Melee unit. Can learn Bull Shield.
* Brute - Melee unit. Can learn Ensnare.
* Bullfighter - Melee unit. Can learn Bull Armor.
* Slayer - Melee unit. Has Endurance Aura. Can learn Critical Strike.
Purification

Purification is a quest in Second Human Book.

## Background

After defeating Gardon Bloodclaw, Renald Van Durce and his allies prepare the cannon against the Demon invasion.

## Opening

Lord Marin says the cannon is ready, and it takes time to charge the Purificator. But Lerrig Goldheart died when he fought Black Dragons. Zarin Hammerfall declares that they must defend the Purificator. Renald Van Durce tasks Marin to guard the Purificator, while they defend the area.

Bonelords spoke offscreen.

## Quest

### Main Quest:

* Destroy the Demon Gates of the Souleater Legion.
* The Purificator must survive.

Description: The main bulk of the demonic invaders has arrived. The generals of the Souleater Legion are leading massive amounts of Demons against the humans and their cannon, knowing the threat the weapon poses. This is the only chance to put an end to their invasion. Their armies have to be burned to dust.

* Defeat the three Bonelords.
* The Purificator must survive.

Description: Rahandir Drakeskull, an independent lich, has sent the three Bonelords to either take control or destroy the Purificator. These ancient beings are extremely powerful, and an army of skeletons follows their every whim. Too many have died in this area, the Bonelords have an endless supply of fresh dead. Only by defeating the Bonelords in this area can the Undead be stopped.

* Destroy the Tribal Dominion fortress.
* The Purificator must survive.

Description: The Orcs have caused nothing but trouble for the Humans. While mankind has fought against the Demons, the greenskins have gathered a new army consisting of countless races. Now calling themselves the "Tribal Dominion", they have conquered the Kingdom of Salria and raided the lands of Humans and Dwarves alike. Now they want to destroy the Purificator because they understand that the Humans will use it against them once the Demons are defeated. Their armies must be crushed.

## The Battle

Renald Van Durce and his allies are preparing to defend the fortress from the three factions: Soulstealer Legion building up several Demon Gates, Tribal Dominion building a base nearby, and Bonelords with countless skeletons. Renald and his forces defend waves after waves of enemy attacks. Luckily for them, the enemies are fighting among themselves, making it easier to defend the cannon. They held the line while the cannon charges, suffering casualties, reinforcements arriving once they suffered enough.

When the cannon full charges, Renald had to choose the targets: Tribal Dominion fortress, the Bonelords and 1/2 of the Demon Gates. Then after the cannon activates, destroying and disintegrating their targets, they held the line once again. The actions repeat until all enemies are gone.

## Aftermath

They celebrated their victory against the Demons and others, but Renald plans another battle, this time against the Empire itself. He left the defense of the cannon to Zarin Hammerfall and Sir Praxeus Braelon, the former lamented that Humans are fighting each other. Then cheered on for the last time before Renald leaves for the coast.
First Undead Book

First Undead Book are series of quest on the Legends of Arkain, this time focusing on Undead.

## Synopsis

Years gone by since the Demon-Human war has dragged on, with battles and wars between the two has also involved other races, even those were not usually involved is now at the fight.

## Plot

### Rise of the Dead

Aridon the Watcher activates his Nexus, then commanded Largoth to mess up Selior Cleavehand's mind to defend the Dead Mountain from Demonic attack. Then he reactivates slumbering Nexuses, exterminated both Nerubians and Icewind Orcs.

### Nightmare

As commanded, Largoth implanted a Nightmare creature upon Selior's mind.

### Dead Men's March

The Undead marched on, led by Rahandir Drakeskull and Saphira Whisperwind, exterminating several Human outposts.

### Slaves of the Demons

The Fleshtearer and Lord Veringar was commanded to take the 3 parts of the Signs of Life from the Demon Slaves and their masters.

### Fists and Claws

Veringar and Saphira encountered Ironfist soldiers at a tunnel system looking for something. They battled them and also eliminating the Ancient Guardians.

### When Two Clash

Largoth and Veringar established an Undead fleet, defeating both mortal fleets and killing their leaders. But Largoth betrayed them, destroying all Undead, then left for his target.

### Ancient Invaders

Aridon, Saphira, Fleshtearer and Rahandir goes to the Pearl to finish off the Forgotten invasion, and kill Raszal. They fought the Demons, corrupted beasts, Forgotten, and optionally, Ironfist base nearby.

### Possessed

Krom was tasked to clear the tunnels. On his way, he has to fight Kasrkin, Ironfist, Imperials, Dwarves and stranded Demons. He killed the Kasrkin commander, killed/possessed/ignored Sir Ross, looted Mithril forge and destroyed both Dwarven and Ironfist bases.

### Bloodbath

Aridon is now having his final touches in his plan. And now, one particular Demon he wants to put under him: Ornasion. They fought the Demons while the mortals are busy fighting each other, while also destroying both Ravaging Fire Clan base and the Darkmind Clan outpost. Then they retreated after sealing the Dreadlord, as more Demons are coming their way.
Boar Regiment

Boar Regiment is one of the Imperial Regiments.

## Background

*"Boars are dangerous to attack - as are those wearing their name."*

*After the First Voidwar, when the Imperials became the de facto rulers of the Kingdoms, they realized that the Kingdoms, due to many centuries of conflict and infighting, had severely neglected their lands in favor of other petty concerns. Both wild animals and monsters alike were roaming the countryside and the royal forces were too depleted to deal with them properly. The Imperial Army on the other hand had to secure the borders and cities. The Imperials assembled hunting parties to take down the beasts but they also learned that the threat of wild animals and monsters was even more severe than they had thought. The nobles of the Kingdoms had allowed the many animals and beasts to create their nests everywhere - and not only that, the Orcs were also a constant threat.*

*An officer of the Imperial Army, Tarm Luthran, asked for permission to take over. He was an offspring of a noble family that had a certain affinity to hunting. He promised that his experience would be of great help to take care of the predators. He was given his chance - and he fulfilled his promise: The amount of wild animals and monstrous creatures that were plaguing the Kingdoms went back. With each passing week, more and more areas of the Kingdoms became less and less dangerous. However, Tarm Luthran did not stop there, he added a different form of beast to his list of prey: the Orc Clans. Luthran assembled and coordinated hunting parties all over the Kingdoms and they removed not only the wild animals and beasts but also the Orcs - though many also considered them little more than beasts. While Luthran's forces were not always the ones to destroy the camps set up by the Orcs, simply because some camps were too large to be taken down by mere hunting parties, they were experts in finding them - and leading others there. Tarm Luthran being promoted to general was more of a formality than anything else, he already had the respect and the forces to be equal to a general in all things with the exception of rank.General Tarm Luthran sees himself as an honorable hunter who protects the Empire and its "colonies" as he calls the Kingdoms (much to the dismay of its nobles) without showing any mercy to his prey. He has named his regiment the Boar Regiment, after the animal that was on his family's sigil - and the first animal he had ever killed.*

## Story

### Orc Book

The regiment scattered units all along the map.

### True Story

The Boar Regiment members are scattered among the maps, with their cloaked and nearly permanent invisibility causing damage.

## Units

* Footman - melee unit.
* Spearthrower - ranged unit.
* Patrol Leader - Mounted unit.
Hortnog

Hortnog is an Orc character in Arkain.

## Background

He was the representative of the Goldaxe Clan in matters related to Orcs. He deals with the clans, deploying mercenaries whenever a clan needs one. He also deals witht he financial matters on the Prc side, as Jadira does with the Human side.

## Story

### True Story

He was present during Pillage, giving Rangul a deal, assisting him against the Human defenders in the mansion they need to be raided. He was also present when Rangul took Vanessa Redfist, offering to return her to her father, but Rangul refused, knowing the viciousness Hortnog had.

Then, he was also present, years later, in Clash in the Forest, joining the Goldaxe attackers. Had Blen Greymoore paid the bribe, Hortnog commanded the Goldaxe to abandon the mission.

He reappeared later on Grael the Hunter's throne. He stated that he and his forces will abandon the base, citing that there is no profit to be made on the ensuing clash.

He reappeared on Rise of the Clans/Rise of the Deathbreeze, he waited for Rangul to raise the funds needed to join the Deathbreeze leader in battle. All the while, he raided Minor Orc Clans and sent many Mercenary contracts for profit.

Then, he reappeared in Siege of Kome, offering his men, without charge. He then sends mercs to Sasrogarn to assist the Orc in freeing Vanessa (and Inara in the process). He reappeared on the island where Aedale Redfist and Salomar the Healer ended up, giving a Champion as a bonus for their deal, and also some Goldaxe forces defending the Fountain of Health, as he stated that he will leave the island, finishing his expedition there.

He reappeared, in the Pride of the Empire, sending Goldaxe forces against the Imperial Army and Imperial Regiments. He then was present at the aftermath, regrouping Orcs. He then offered Vanessa a chance to join the Goldaxe Clan, giving her a ring with a one-time Teleport spell, should her situation in the Deathbreeze Clan worsens.

He then leaves to reform the Goldaxe Clan ranks.
Sir Cheveran the Black

Sir Cheveran the Black is a unique unit in the True Story.

## Background

He was sold by his parents to the Gerrazar Order, rose ranks through his intriguing moves and used slave trade to get rich, but stopped it after the customers killed one of the young slaves he sold.

## Story

### True Story

He was inserted in the expedition team with Aedale Redfist and Salomar the Healer. They investigated several powers sources.

One of them is under the Derryn Outpost. They took the shard left behind by Rahandir Drakeskull after they fought through the Demon Legion, their Demon Slaves, Ancient Creatures and the Undead Splecir Nexus.

They then reached the coast, assisting Merlon Seabright in securing the coast. But during the Undead fleet attack, they used what remained on the ship to go to another source of power on the island.

They arrived to the island, assisted by “Blen Greymoore" (actually Largoth), they killed the Undead and any Shadow Creatures they encounter. After killing both Fleshtearer and Kazardius, they tried to arrest Aedale, but they were attacked by Aedale, using her newfound powers.

He reappeared on the altar, apparently survived the attack, trying to kill Aedale, but Lisara revealed his dirty secrets. She then broke his mind, reducing him to be a mindless thrall.

He reappears later, alongside Aedale, trying in vain to rescue Blen.
Aridon the Watcher

Zindrach (counterpart)

Aridon the Watcher is one of the heroes in Undead faction of Arkain, and the leader of Undead Nexus.

## Background

A mysterious creature, age dating from the God Wars, confirmed to be the Avatar of Death, one of the Fallen Gods alongside the Demon God Zindrach, Dark One Tregakh and Master of Shadows Bhaarizel. The Four rebelled and defeated the Gods, leading Arkain in their place. He betrayed them and killed the Demon God after the latter saved Bhaarizel from the clutches of the Dark One, killing them all, but no longer. Then he hid to recover. After many years, he rose again, and starts reanimating dead legends and heroes like Rahandir Drakeskull, Krom the Immortal, Lord Veringar, Lord Margazar, Saphira Whisperwind, Ornasion and created Fleshtearer.

## Abilities

He can reanimate anybody he fancies. His skills are:

* Summon Skeleton: Can summon 5 permanent skeletons.
* Lightning Strike
* Dark Ritual
* Frost Armor
* Death and Decay

True Story:

* Power of Death
* Summon Skeleton
* Lightning Strike
* Dark Ritual
* Disintegration

## Exclusive Items

* Heart of the Dead Mountain - Adds Health and Mana to the Hero.
* Cloak of the Avatar - Adds Intelligence to the Hero.
* Ring of Damnation - Reduces Magic damage.
* Sign of Unlife - Adds Health to the Hero.
* Scepter of Death - Grants the ability of Chain of Death.
* Mask of Illusions - Grants the ability to Mirage.

## Story

### First Undead Book

He himself reactivated all Undead Nexuses and eliminated both Nerubians and Orc Clan member Icewind Clan. Then he commanded Rahandir and Sapphira, later sending Krom to assist them in exterminating an Imperial Army base while commanded Largoth to mess Selior Cleavehand's mind. Then, he rested and appeared later on the battle against Demon Legion. When Largoth killed Lord Veringar, he was not shocked, as he expected the betrayal and later went with the rest to kill Raszal, weakened by Gardon Bloodclaw's attack. He fought Demon Legion, Forgotten, Beasts and Ironfist, if he chooses. Then, they prepare the battle against Demon Legion, while Orc Clans are attacking Imperial Border Guard bases. They also eliminate Ravaging Fire Clan. The sealed Ornasion after defeating his Legion.

### Orc Book

He initially appeared, assassinating Gorthog the Blooddrinker and Dogran.

He was confronted by Lord Brian the Fallen, when he tried to interfere between the Orcs and Humans fighting.

### Undead Book

He initially appeared reactivating his Nexus by killing both Orcish Icewind Clan and Rogue Nerubians. Then he reappeared only in cutscenes, except in Bloodbath where he fought Ornasion.

Then in the Second Book, he appeared. Initially with Ornasion and reanimated Urshan, the latter telling them of the Demons planning to use a spell against them.

Then at the end of the Second, he was confronted by Tregakh, using Largoth as his vessel. He was shown a vision, the True Story

### True Story

He was shown as the usual story, but he had exclusive items, and revamped skills.
Elemental Orders

Elemental Orders refer to element based group of magicians establishing themselves.

## History

The orders predated the formation of the Kingdoms of Arkain. They based their history to Grandmaster Arcanum, a legendary figure whose real identity was lost in time. After his disappearance, the schools of magic became embroiled into fighting one another in disputes, many orders destroyed as a result, all because they cannot appoint a leader that can lead them. A decade later, he reappeared and halted the war, and decreed that the orders will not be led by one person, and the orders went their separate ways. And most of the stories were printed in "Legend of the Grandmagus", a book famous among the Orders.

Despite swearing loyalty to the Ca'laers and Ca'leas of Zyainor, they didn't worship the Black Dragons and remained independent, which the Zyaise rulers looked upon with distrust.

Two decades later, a person who claimed he was Grandmaster Arcanum's reincarnation, launched a rebellion against Zyainor. Very few of them joined the rebellion, others warned the Zyaise leaders of it. The Zyaise crushed the rebellion and killed the pretender. But that also led to a Zyaise Ca'lea to launch the Order Purge, who despite warning them of the rebellion, used that as a cassus belli.
Most of them destroyed, and the staffs, which the legendary Grandmaster Arcanum himself gave to each of the Guardians of the Orders, lost in the process. Only seven Orders remained that lasted until the fall of Zyainor and the formation of the Kingdoms.

After the formation of the Kingdoms, the seven Orders chose who to side on.

## Orders

* Order of the Flame
* Order of Lightning
* Order of the Tides
* Order of the Frost (became Fallen Mage Guild)
* Order of the Earth
* Order of the Air
* Order of the Arcane
Ogre Legion

Ogre Legion is a faction in Arkain.

## History

Ogres lived in packs, fighting off other Ogres for survival and superiority. When Brockta the Stomper united the factions, they were bored. They tried to fight the Demon Legion, but Undead Nexus betrayed them, pushing them back.

## Story

### Orc Book

As Rangul, Vanessa and Ephrog wanted Dragons, they try to frontally attack Moghtar base, but not effective. Then, Brockta arrived, giving counsel for Rangul. So, the old Orc gave him a chance to retake their lands, while they acquire Dragons. The mission is a success, and Dragons were in their ranks.

Then, they reappear when they defend the main base by Salrian Army/Imperial Regiments/Daric's Mercenaries and Undead Nexus, they defend the western side.
Order of the Flame

Order of the Flame is a faction in Arkain, which was part of the Elemental Orders.

## History

The order, made up of Flame Mages and wizards with Flame-based abilities, built a monastic order to enhance their skills. Also, they produce the support mages both Imperial and Royal armies needed.

## Story

### Human Book

Harmos, one of their own senior mage, went to support Blen Greymoore, Imperial Army and Kasrkin repel and eliminate Orc Clans in the forests. They lent their support in every battlefield that Humans encounter, from killing Grael, to the infighting happened in Lor between Genethas and his Veterans of Voidwar and allies, against Gardon and his Ironfist and allies. Then, they became silent.

Harmos tries to investigate with Vail and some Royal Army members, but he saw what Demon Legion does, while suspecting one or the other betrayed the Order, killed the seniors and trying to fool Harmos. He also fought Progaderas the Smoking there. If he chose the Fire Spirits, the spirits revealed that they sacrificed their bodies to escape. If he chose the remnants, the Order will get more experienced mages, but there is wrong.

## Members

* Harmos
* Taran Rellanir
* former Grandmaster
* Grennan the Firesummoner

## Units

* Footman
* Archer - ranged unit. Has Flame Arrows.
* Firemage - support unit. Has Firebolt, Incinerate and Firestorm.
* Firemaid
* Knight of the Flame
* Flame Spirit - support unit. Has Firebolt, Immolation and Firestorm.
Orgen Bloodstone

Orgen Bloodstone is a Dwarven character in Arkain.

## Background

A distant cousin of King Ragnar Bloodstone, Orgen had been serving in the armies of the Bloodstone Dwarves for many years when the First Void War broke out. When the Bloodstones were finally allowed to support their kin, Orgen was among the first to join the fight, killing many Demons from afar with his modified rifle – and piercing through the chest of those that came too close. It was also during this war that Orgen first met the Humans of the Kingdoms – and like many other Bloodstones, he supported the idea of leaving them to their fate as they only hindered the defense efforts. When the Humans of the Empire arrived, he also found himself prefering them over their kin in the Kingdoms, just like many other Dwarves. After the First Voidwar, Orgen was offered to be promoted into the higher ranks of the dwarven military but politely declined as he wanted to return to his duties as captain. He did not want to bother with the politics and other responsibilites, he wanted to keep doing what he liked the most: Hunting creatures, tinkering with his rifle – and blowing things up. Orgen was still a real Bloodstone after all.
Lord Arganus Teran

Lord Arganus Teran was an Elf hero in Arkain.

## Background

One of the Generals of the Elven Army under Queen Renova and possibly, even further from Renova's mother. He led his army in defending the Elven Kingdom from enemies inside and outside their territory. But, like his Queen and most of the Elves, he is quite xenophobic.

## Story

### Human Book

He initially appeared at a council alongside Highpriest Durin, Larantos, and Lady Riana when Salana Woodhunter arrived with news that the Humans declined their pleas for assistance, which Larantos insulted her. He was shut up by Arganus, when Queen Renova's hologram appears, commending Salana's efforts, but she was going to the Empire, to plead her case with the Emperor himself.

Should Salana send an envoy to him, he will send elite Elven warriors to assist her in fighting Larantos/Demon Legion and Lera the Huntress and her Lera's Hunters.

Then, Golden Guard assisted him in recalling Elves that were sent to the front, preparing for their evacuation. But Undead Nexus and their Pale Elves followers led by Sapphira Whisperwind/Krom the Immortal/Rahandir Drakeskull attack the Golden Guard. Arganus was also attacked by Merlon Seabright and Imperial Army/Seabright's Elite fleet from another side. He was killed by Merlon, before the Undead overruns the remnants, and Merlon and the Imperials retreat.
Rise and Fall of Rangul

Rise and Fall of Rangul are stories about Rangul's rise and fall.

Tribal Dominion

* Ogre Legion

* Darkblade Clan
* Blooddrinker Clan

Orc Clans

* Ironthunder Clan
* Skullblade Clan

Ironfist

Knights of Kome

Elven Army

Redfist

Daric's Mercenaries

Salrian Army

Dwarven Kingdom

Moghtar

Undead Nexus

* Splecir Nexus
* Ejara Nexus
* Rohir Nexus
* Zirr Nexus

Rangul killed at the end.

Redfist/Dwarven Kingdom victory.

## Background

Rangul wanted to prove his worth within the Deathbreeze Clan, so he did anything to prove it.

## Story

### Pillage

Rangul and his ragtag band of raiders raided a noble's house, then retreated before the Imperials arrive.

### Hunt for Riches

Rangul had to loot one particular artifact to prove his worth, the Scepter of Life from an Elven Army expedition. He also have to rescue a downed rival Deathbreeze faction.

### Rescue

Rangul then rescued the Darkmind Clan from a certain extinction from the Imperials and Kasrkin.

### Imperial and Monster

The duo of Rangul and Rath Wolfscar had to meet the other Orc Clan heads to solidify his status. They either had to raze and Imperial base or through the pass, loaded by Moghtar patrols.

### Rise of the Deathbreeze

Rangul has to prove his worth on the other Orc Clans by destroying a Moghtar Clan sent to destroy them, kill one dissenting leader and bribe another.

### A Deathly Breeze

Sasrogarn has to build a fleet to make Rangul's plan a fruition. Which was ruined by an Undead Nexus fleet.

### Death's Approach

Rangul has to launch his plan to invade the Kingdoms. But several Undead had stood in their way. Rangul had to deal with them.

### Pride of the Empire

Despite losing so many clan leaders, Rangul had to push his plan through nonetheless. Rath was chosen to lead the charge against the Imperial Army Border Guard under Selior Cleavehand.

### The Legion

Rangul tries to acquire Red Dragons for the Dominion. He succeeded, but was ambushed by the Duke Volarian Redfist and Zarin Hammerfall, and killed.

## Aftermath

Redfist got what they want, but the Orc Clan leader's death further inflamed the desire on his daughter Amari to further make a place for their kind.
Flammedus' Centaurs

Flammedus' Centaurs were a Centaur tribe led by Flammedus.

## History

Centaurs lived peaceful coexistence with Salrians for many years. That were changed, when the Salrians who were from the campaigns in the North declared the Centaurs as enemies and unleashed the Salrian Army against them.

## Story

### Orc Book

A member of them guided Amari and others towards Flammedus after the battle. They then assisted the Deathbreeze Clan/Cliffhunter Clan against the Imperial Regiments/Daric's Mercenaries/Dwarven Kingdom/Redfist/Salrian Army. Then they defended the North side against the Imperial Falcon Regiment and later on, Lenira, Bonelords and Zirr Nexus. After that, they pledged themselves on to Tribal Dominion.
Tremalon

Tremalon is an Undead character in Arkain.

## Background

No record can be found of the race of the Rasi prior to their creation as unliving creatures under the rule of the master of all Undead. The reason for this being that they were created by their master to serve to record all history and knowledge that they could find – in death. Tremalon is the oldest "living" Ras, having witnessed the "birth" of his race and wandered many places all over the continent and the entire world in service to Aridon. Having witnessed firsthand what knowledge can do to the living, Tremalon came to the conclusion that the knowledge he and his Rasi brethren gathered the name of their master had to be kept hidden from mortal and immortal eyes alike. Otherwise it would endanger others as well as themselves. Knowledge was power indeed and had to be kept safe just as well. There is much knowledge within the hidden libraries that Tremalon administers in the name of the Watcher of Arkain, but only little that ever leaves the well-guarded walls.

## Abilities

* Frost Nova
* Stomp
* Attribute Bonus
* Reanimate Dead

## Exclusive Items

* Axe of the Rasi - Adds Mana to the Hero. Also enables the Hero to have Brilliance Aura.

## Story

### True Story

He was alongside Ornasion at the Siege of Dead Mountain, assisting Ornasion in defense of the foothill of the mountain.

He joined the Bonelords in their mission to eliminate the Orcs and their allies. In Risen Resistance, he joined them.
Imperial Regiments

Imperial Regiments were units of the Imperial Army which were specialists.

## History

The Empire of Rodan, or simply, the Empire sent countless regiments and units during their intervention of the war against the Demon Legion. Initially successful, but soon fell victim to betrayals, infighting and political intrigue.

## Story

### Orc Book

They appear as supplemental units for Royal Army, Daric's Mercenaries, Redfist and the Dwarven Kingdom against the Orcs. They are seen either fighting the Orc stragglers or repelling the Demonic assaults.

### True Book

They were the main force in the stories, replacing some Imperial Army units.

## Organization

* Phoenix Regiment - Phoenix and fire-based spell based unit. They were led by General Kenos Harron.
* Dragon Regiment - Reptilian based unit. They were led by General Ramerius Prideblade.
* Wolf Regiment - Lupine based unit. They were led by General Zoia Blackwolf.
* Bull Regiment - Strength based unit. They were led by General Dorbric Berangar.
* Falcon Regiment - Wild beast based unit. They were led by General Aveen Elvir.
* Bear Regiment - Ursine based unit, formerly under Bull Regiment. They were led by General Fergon Chevar.
* Boar Regiment - Scout based unit. They were led by General Tarm Luthran.

### Leaders:

* Zoia Blackwolf (Wolf Regiment)
* Ramerius Prideblade (Dragon Regiment)
* Dorbric Berangar (Bull Regiment)
* Kenos Harron (Phoenix Regiment)
* Aveen Elvir (Falcon Regiment)
* Fergon Chevar (Bear Regiment)
* Tarm Luthran (Boar Regiment)

Commanders

* Elaine the Beasttamer (Falcon Regiment)
* Sir Edmund (Dragon Regiment)
* Tersen Goldhammer (Bull Regiment)
* Commander Darkfang (Wolf Regiment)
* Forius the Incinerator (Phoenix Regiment)