Morath
Morath was a Strigoi noble, necromancer and the heir to Kadon. [1a]
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Appearance
Slim with what Neferata considered the look of a poet, [2a] his face all hard angles and angles. [2b]
History
He was schooled in the use of bow and blade from childhood and was clever and witty enough to gain Neferata's approval. [2a]
As a student of W'soran he extended his lifespan far beyond that of a normal human.[2a]
In -328 IC, Morath and Neferata led an expedition to the fortress to try and retrieve a Book of Nagash, fighting their way first through Ghoul tribes [2c] and then Skaven. As they searched, Neferata asked him to pledge himself to her service, teaching her and handmaidens the art of necromancy. [2d]
When Neferata and Naaima opened the gates of Silver Pinnacle in -326 IC, he led a army of the dead into the hold. riding a skeletal horse but as the siege dragged on, he was convinced to continue Neferta's training in necromancy. [2e]
When Morgheim (Mourkain) fell, Morath fled north with the crown of Nagash where later he was slain by Sigmar. [1a]
Quotes
W'soran taught me. It will take me a few minutes, however. I am weak. These past weeks have been difficult. I am merely mortal, woman, unlike you.
~ Morath to Neferata.[2d] |
Sources
- 1: Warhammer Armies: Undead (4th Edition)
- 1a: History of the Undead, pg. 19-20
- 2: Neferata (novel) by Josh Reynolds