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	===Names===		===Names===
	Four are mentioned by name in the Course Books: Shabrindago, Ra, Nimi, and Sartec. In [[The Path to Ascension(Story)]], [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] refers to himself as the slayer of all four such Lords, though Nimi is the only one mentioned as a Dark Lord. However, his name being listed beside the four other beings would seem to indicate their status.		Four are mentioned by name in the Course Books: Shabrindago, Ra, Nimi, and Sartec. In [[The Path to Ascension(Story)]], [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] refers to himself as the slayer of all four such Lords, though Nimi is the only one mentioned as a Dark Lord. However, his name being listed beside the four other beings would seem to indicate their status.

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	Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.		Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.

			===Names===
			Four are mentioned by name in the Course Books: Shabrindago, Ra, Nimi, and Sartec. In [[The Path to Ascension(Story)]], [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] refers to himself as the slayer of all four such Lords, though Nimi is the only one mentioned as a Dark Lord. However, his name being listed beside the four other beings would seem to indicate their status.

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	Jason's opinions are informed by his having [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]] and lived.		Jason's opinions are informed by his having [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]] and lived.

			Dark Lords are largely immune to magic, but still somewhat susceptible. When a dark lord is "killed" the Shadow Lord moves to the far end of the spectrum, away from what killed it. EG, if dark magic is used, the lord becomes susceptible to light magic.

	===Shadow Lord===		===Shadow Lord===
	In order to "kill" a dark lord, one must first split it into eight pieces. This takes tremendous power, often requiring the assistance of a [[Monster God]] to accomplish. Each piece then must be fought and defeated ~~seperately~~, at which point it transforms into a Shadow Lord. Shadow Lords are nigh impossible to defeat, and nearly immune to magic. Conventional, enchanted weapons can hurt them, but they are extremely strong. No shadow lord has ever been pitted against modern weaponry, but anecdotal evidence suggests they should be vulnerable to being shot a bunch of times.		In order to "kill" a dark lord, one must first split it into eight pieces. This takes tremendous power, often requiring the assistance of a [[Monster God]] to accomplish. Each piece then must be fought and defeated separately, at which point it transforms into a Shadow Lord. Shadow Lords are nigh impossible to defeat, and nearly immune to magic. Conventional, enchanted weapons can hurt them, but they are extremely strong. No shadow lord has ever been pitted against modern weaponry, but anecdotal evidence suggests they should be vulnerable to being shot a bunch of times.

	==Number==		==Number==
	Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.		Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.

Siddharth1 at 01:32, 26 February 2017

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	Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.		Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.

	However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension. [[Jason Bur'I]] posits that the Mythical Age came before Antiquity, and itself lasted for ten thousand years(when asked whether or not this era represented "the [[Missing Ten Thousand Years]]", Jason abruptly changed the subject).		However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history.

	Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archivists were able to properly separate the different accounts.		Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archivists were able to properly separate the different accounts.

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	Throughout history, various cults have developed in worship of the Dark Lords. Informed by Daemons from the Underworlds, these cults hold that the Dark Lords have existed since the dawn of time. However, the Dark Lords being mortal, would require that their creation have taken place after the dawn of time.		Throughout history, various cults have developed in worship of the Dark Lords. Informed by Daemons from the Underworlds, these cults hold that the Dark Lords have existed since the dawn of time. However, the Dark Lords being mortal, would require that their creation have taken place after the dawn of time.

	It is generally agreed(by those not actively worshiping evil) that the Dark Lords were created at the beginning of the age of Myth, by the [[~~Inami~~]].		It is generally agreed(by those not actively worshiping evil) that the Dark Lords were created at the beginning of the age of Myth, by the [[Iname]].

	==Nature==		==Nature==

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	The Dark Lords are described alternatively as either unintelligent beasts, or massively intelligent demigods. While the beings did not display much in the way of conventional reasoning, human interaction with them was, by and large, short.		The Dark Lords are described alternatively as either unintelligent beasts, or massively intelligent demigods. While the beings did not display much in the way of conventional reasoning, human interaction with them was, by and large, short.

	Jason described the Dark Lords as being in possession of what he called 'the ~~infinate~~ nature'. He said "They are not 'evil' in the way a man who kicks a dog, or a person who takes another's life is; they are operating on a level outside human perception. Our minds cannot grasp the infinite nature of these... things. To us, we see only the death and destruction they bring, yet to the them, taking the time to kill a single one of us would show more care than they are even capable of."		Jason described the Dark Lords as being in possession of what he called 'the infinite nature'. He said "They are not 'evil' in the way a man who kicks a dog, or a person who takes another's life is; they are operating on a level outside human perception. Our minds cannot grasp the infinite nature of these... things. To us, we see only the death and destruction they bring, yet to the them, taking the time to kill a single one of us would show more care than they are even capable of."

	Jason's opinions are informed by being among a precious few individuals who have ever [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]].		Jason's opinions are informed by being among a precious few individuals who have ever [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]] and lived.

			===Shadow Lord===
			In order to "kill" a dark lord, they must first be borken, split into eight pieces. This takes tremendous power, often requireing the assistance of a [[Monster God]] to accomplish. Each piece then must be fought and defeated seperately, at which point it transforms into a Shadow Lord. Shadow Lords are nigh impossible to defeat, being nearly immune to magic. Conventional, enchanted weapons can hurt them, but they are extremely strong. No shadow lord has ever been pitted against modern weaponry, but annecdotal evidence suggests they should be vulnerable to being shot a bunch of times.

	[[Iron Reaver]]		==Number==
			Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.

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	The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements(earth, fire, wind, water) and in oposition to the four [[Monster Gods]]. However, just as the exact number of Monster Gods is not known with certainty, neither is the number of Dark Lords. They are, however, mortal, and can be killed(as happened at numerous points during [[Antiquity]], the [[Mage Wars]], and even very occasionally during the [[Ages]] of the [[Alliance]]. Because of their incredible power and great destructive capacity, most of the Dark Lords were merely imprisoned, sealed or bound in various ways.		The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements(earth, fire, wind, water) and in oposition to the four [[Monster Gods]]. However, just as the exact number of Monster Gods is not known with certainty, neither is the number of Dark Lords. They are, however, mortal, and can be killed(as happened at numerous points during [[Antiquity]], the [[Mage Wars]], and even very occasionally during the [[Ages]] of the [[Alliance]]. Because of their incredible power and great destructive capacity, most of the Dark Lords were merely imprisoned, sealed or bound in various ways.

	==Age ~~and Origin~~==		==Age==
	Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.		Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.

	However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension. [[Jason Bur'I]] posits that the Mythical Age came before Antiquity, and itself lasted for ten thousand years(when asked whether or not this era represented "the [[Missing Ten Thousand Years]]", Jason abruptly changed the subject).		However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension. [[Jason Bur'I]] posits that the Mythical Age came before Antiquity, and itself lasted for ten thousand years(when asked whether or not this era represented "the [[Missing Ten Thousand Years]]", Jason abruptly changed the subject).

	Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that ~~archavists~~ were able to properly separate the different accounts.		Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archivists were able to properly separate the different accounts.

			==Origin==
			Throughout history, various cults have developed in worship of the Dark Lords. Informed by Daemons from the Underworlds, these cults hold that the Dark Lords have existed since the dawn of time. However, the Dark Lords being mortal, would require that their creation have taken place after the dawn of time.

			It is generally agreed(by those not actively worshiping evil) that the Dark Lords were created at the beginning of the age of Myth, by the [[Inami]].

			==Nature==
			The Dark Lords are described alternatively as either unintelligent beasts, or massively intelligent demigods. While the beings did not display much in the way of conventional reasoning, human interaction with them was, by and large, short.

			Jason described the Dark Lords as being in possession of what he called 'the infinate nature'. He said "They are not 'evil' in the way a man who kicks a dog, or a person who takes another's life is; they are operating on a level outside human perception. Our minds cannot grasp the infinite nature of these... things. To us, we see only the death and destruction they bring, yet to the them, taking the time to kill a single one of us would show more care than they are even capable of."

			Jason's opinions are informed by being among a precious few individuals who have ever [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]].


			[[Iron Reaver]]

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	Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.		Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.

	However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension.		However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension. [[Jason Bur'I]] posits that the Mythical Age came before Antiquity, and itself lasted for ten thousand years(when asked whether or not this era represented "the [[Missing Ten Thousand Years]]", Jason abruptly changed the subject).

			Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archavists were able to properly separate the different accounts.

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	The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements(earth, fire, wind, water) and in oposition to the four [[Monster Gods]]		The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements(earth, fire, wind, water) and in oposition to the four [[Monster Gods]]. However, just as the exact number of Monster Gods is not known with certainty, neither is the number of Dark Lords. They are, however, mortal, and can be killed(as happened at numerous points during [[Antiquity]], the [[Mage Wars]], and even very occasionally during the [[Ages]] of the [[Alliance]]. Because of their incredible power and great destructive capacity, most of the Dark Lords were merely imprisoned, sealed or bound in various ways.

			==Age and Origin==
			Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought along side the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the daemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.

			However, those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history. He states that the era was around 1,500 to 2,000 years. Surprisingly, within the very small demographic of respected figures who support the legends of the age of Myth, there is room for dissension.

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	The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements(earth, fire, wind, water) and in ~~oposition~~ to the four [[Monster Gods]]. However, just as the exact number of Monster Gods is not known with certainty, neither is the number of Dark Lords. They ~~are, however, mortal, and~~ can be killed(as happened at numerous points during [[Antiquity]], the [[Mage Wars]], and even very occasionally during the [[Ages]] of the [[Alliance]]~~. Because~~ of their incredible power and great destructive capacity, most of the Dark Lords were merely imprisoned, sealed or bound in various ways.		The Dark Lords are an unspeakably ancient evil force. There are believed to be four of them, to correspond to the four elements (earth, fire, wind, water) and in opposition to the four [[Monster Gods]]. However, just as the exact number of Monster Gods is not known with certainty, neither is the number of Dark Lords. They can be killed (as happened at numerous points during [[Antiquity]], the [[Mage Wars]], and even very occasionally during the [[Ages]] of the [[Alliance]]); but because of their incredible power and great destructive capacity, most of the Dark Lords were merely imprisoned, sealed, or bound in various ways.

	==Age==		==Age==
	Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought ~~along side~~ the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the ~~daemons~~ of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.		Many stories of the dark lords come from an era called the "[[Mythical Age\|mythical age]]" in which the [[Monster Gods]] were said to have fought alongside the mortal races of the [[verse]], helping to defeat or bind all of the Dark Lords. The Dark Lords, meanwhile, fought beside the cacodaemons of the [[Underworld]], the [[Army of Darkness\|Armies of Darkness]], and the fabled [[Darkest Tower]]. While it is widely acknowledged that tales of the Darkest Tower pre-date the [[Mage Wars]], most historians place little substance in the stories.

	~~However, those~~ who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history.		Those who have fought actual Dark Lords, disagree. [[Hunter Jusenkyou]] posits the the [[Mythical Age]] came very early in [[Antiquity]], and constitutes the oldest known "Age" or era of history.

	Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archivists were able to properly separate the different accounts.		Regardless, the Dark Lords are widely known to have existed during Antiquity and to have caused great devastation. Up until the [[Ages#The Sixth Age\|Sixth Age]], most historians placed the events of the Mythical Age during Antiquity, and it was not until the late Sixth Age and the [[Age of the Dragon]] that archivists were able to properly separate the different accounts.

	==Origin==		==Origin==
	Throughout history, various cults have developed in worship of the Dark Lords. Informed by Daemons from the Underworlds, these cults hold that the Dark Lords have existed since the dawn of time. However, the Dark Lords being mortal, would require that their creation have taken place after the dawn of time.		Throughout history, various cults have developed in worship of the Dark Lords. Informed by Daemons from the Underworlds, these cults hold that the Dark Lords have existed since the dawn of time. However, the Dark Lords being mortal, would require that their creation have taken place after the dawn of time.

	It is generally agreed(by those not actively ~~worshiping~~ evil) that the Dark Lords were created at the beginning of the age of Myth, by the [[Iname]].		It is generally agreed (by those not actively worshipping evil) that the Dark Lords were created at the beginning of the age of Myth, by the [[Iname]].

	==Nature==		==Nature==
	The Dark Lords are described alternatively as either unintelligent beasts, or massively intelligent ~~demigods~~. While ~~the beings~~ did not display much in the way of conventional reasoning, human interaction with them was, by and large, short.		The Dark Lords are described alternatively as either unintelligent beasts, or massively intelligent immortals. While they did not display much in the way of conventional reasoning, human interaction with them was, by and large, short.

	Jason described the Dark Lords as ~~being~~ in possession of what he called 'the infinite nature'. He said "They are not 'evil' in the way a man who kicks a dog, or a person who takes another's life is; they are operating on a level outside human perception. Our minds cannot grasp the infinite nature of these... things. To us, we see only the death and destruction they bring, yet to ~~the~~ them, taking the time to kill a single one of us would show more care than they are even capable of."		[[Jason Bur'I]] described the Dark Lords as in possession of what he called 'the infinite nature'. He said: "They are not 'evil' in the way a man who kicks a dog, or a person who takes another's life is; they are operating on a level outside human perception. Our minds cannot grasp the infinite nature of these... things. To us, we see only the death and destruction they bring, yet to them, taking the time to kill a single one of us would show more care than they are even capable of".

	Jason's opinions are informed by ~~being among a precious few individuals who have ever~~ [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]] and lived.		Jason's opinions are informed by his having [[The Strange Matter Sword\|faced a dark lord]] and lived.

	===Shadow Lord===		===Shadow Lord===
	In order to "kill" a dark lord, ~~they~~ must first ~~be borken,~~ split into eight pieces. This takes tremendous power, often ~~requireing~~ the assistance of a [[Monster God]] to accomplish. Each piece then must be fought and defeated seperately, at which point it transforms into a Shadow Lord. Shadow Lords are nigh impossible to defeat, ~~being~~ nearly immune to magic. Conventional, enchanted weapons can hurt them, but they are extremely strong. No shadow lord has ever been pitted against modern weaponry, but ~~annecdotal~~ evidence suggests they should be vulnerable to being shot a bunch of times.		In order to "kill" a dark lord, one must first split it into eight pieces. This takes tremendous power, often requiring the assistance of a [[Monster God]] to accomplish. Each piece then must be fought and defeated seperately, at which point it transforms into a Shadow Lord. Shadow Lords are nigh impossible to defeat, and nearly immune to magic. Conventional, enchanted weapons can hurt them, but they are extremely strong. No shadow lord has ever been pitted against modern weaponry, but anecdotal evidence suggests they should be vulnerable to being shot a bunch of times.

	==Number==		==Number==
	Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.		Legend holds that there are four Shadow Lords, but like the Monster Gods these "four" may merely be the pantheon or leaders, with dozens of less powerful dark lords beneath them. Since each Lord can be split into eight shards, it is difficult to distinguish in the various legends of a tale tells of a full dark lord, a 'lesser' dark lord, or merely a fragment. Further complicating matters is the existence of the [[Iron Reaver]]s, which, while dating from around the [[Age of Darkness]] were frequently confused with Dark Lords.