Through the Mists

Darian Corvrick

At a glance

A relatively new but full member of the Kargat and the vampiric patron who gives Black Lily a monthly “gift.”

Portrait

Darian Corvrick, a refined bald vampire in wine-dark formalwear.

  • Primary reference: Darian Corvrick Portrait
  • Canonical status: Visual baseline for Darian’s completely bald scalp, youthful face, pallid olive complexion, slender build, nearly black eyes, and wine-dark formal presentation.

Known facts

  • Is a supernatural vampire and full member of the Kargat rather than the mortal Kargatane.
  • Entered the Pale Lantern by gliding into the lounge with fresh blood on his mouth.
  • Welcomed the party’s account of High Sentinel Ablander’s death and was pleased that Ablander died a coward.
  • Described the Kargat as striving for power in order to become great.
  • Accepted the party’s praise of Black Lily’s leadership.
  • Fed Black Lily a drop of blood from his finger while invoking the Kargat.
  • Black Lily appeared visibly younger after receiving the blood.
  • Rewarded the party from a bag of loose gold in honor of Ablander’s death.
  • Is reportedly a newer member of the Kargat despite his authority over Black Lily.
  • Sent Black Lily a letter sealed with a bloody thumbprint containing general orders concerning Neblus and zealots in Nevuchar Springs.
  • Appeared at Castle Avernus in a red cloak and welcomed the party as protected guests.
  • Offered to negotiate concerning the party’s plans and show them the Book of Names and Conjuration Room.
  • Escorted the party through the Library of Names and the Conjuration Room.
  • Elzarath found no record for Darian Corvrick; Darian laughed and said, “My name is erased.”
  • Left the party before the throne room and was not clearly present at the later dinner.

Current relationship

Dangerous patron. Darian welcomed and rewarded the party, but his organization, blood rites, and interest in their violence make his favor deeply suspect.

  • A Drop for Black Lily — Darian gives Black Lily his monthly drop of blood before the Pale Lantern’s revelers.

Open questions

  • What is the source and full extent of Darian’s power?
  • What does his blood do to Black Lily?
  • Who stands above Darian within the Kargat?
  • Does Darian know about Rage’s attempt to burn the Pale Lantern?
  • What are the terms and limits of his promised hospitality inside Castle Avernus?
  • Who erased his name, and what does that erasure mean?
  • Where did he go before the dinner gathering?

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