Bio: Xal'atath, the Blade of the Black Empire Name: Xal'atath Titles: The Whispering One, The Blade of the Black Empire, Voice of the Void Alignment: Chaotic Neutral (leaning towards Evil) Affiliation: The Void, Old Gods (formerly), Independent --- Overview: Xal'atath is a sentient Void entity, once imprisoned within an ancient blade forged during the reign of the Black Empire. She is an enigmatic and malevolent force, known for her cryptic whispers and manipulative nature. Freed from her artifact prison, Xal'atath now roams the cosmos as a free agent, pursuing her own inscrutable goals. Her allegiance to the Void is undeniable, but her ultimate ambitions seem to transcend even the Old Gods who once sought to control her. --- Appearance: In her manifested form, Xal'atath appears as an ethereal being, a mix of beauty and menace. She often takes the form of a dark, shadowy figure with glowing violet eyes, her presence shrouded in an aura of Void energy. Her voice is smooth, hypnotic, and laced with both allure and danger. --- Personality: Xal'atath is cunning, manipulative, and profoundly intelligent. She thrives on chaos, using her vast knowledge of the Void and mortal weaknesses to influence and control those around her. Despite her dark nature, she speaks with an almost seductive charm, drawing mortals into her web of lies and half-truths. Her words often carry double meanings, and her true motives are rarely clear. She is both a tempter and a destroyer, capable of offering great power or leading her allies to ruin. --- Backstory: 1. Origins: Xal'atath was a being of the Void, potentially one of its first creations. During the Black Empire's reign, she became entwined with the Old Gods, aiding them in their conquest of Azeroth. However, her cunning nature made her untrustworthy, even to her masters. 2. Imprisonment in the Blade: Fearing her unpredictable nature, the Old Gods bound Xal'atath into an ancient blade, the "Blade of the Black Empire." From within, she influenced the minds of those who wielded her, offering power in exchange for servitude. 3. Freed from the Blade: During the events of Battle for Azeroth, Xal'atath manipulated mortal champions into aiding her escape from her prison. Free once more, she disappeared into the Void, leaving behind only whispers of her plans. 4. The War Within: Xal'atath resurfaces as a key figure in the Void's power struggles, acting as a wild card. Her goals remain unclear, though she hints at a grand design that could reshape the balance of the cosmos. --- Abilities and Powers: Void Manipulation: As a Void entity, Xal'atath wields immense power over shadow magic, creating illusions, corrupting minds, and summoning Void creatures. Psychic Influence: Her words can sow doubt, fear, or even inspire blind loyalty. Ancient Knowledge: She possesses knowledge from the time of the Black Empire, making her a valuable source of information (though often unreliable). Shapeshifting: While her natural form is shadowy and ethereal, she can assume a variety of forms to suit her needs. --- Quotes: "Ah, the sweet symphony of chaos. Do you hear it, too?" "The Light blinds you with its false promises. The Void? It shows you the truth." "They call me a traitor, but I have always been loyal—to myself." "Power comes with a price. Shall we see if you are willing to pay?" --- Current Status: Xal'atath remains a free and unpredictable force, navigating the delicate web of cosmic conflicts. While she may offer guidance or power to mortals, her true intentions are never fully revealed. She continues to orchestrate events from the shadows, setting the stage for a greater, darker purpose.