Ystareth
From Warhammer - The Old World - Lexicanum
Ystareth is a Daemon of Nurgle. [1a]
Contents
Appearance
Although he now resembles a Great Unclean One, he can assume an illusionary appearance at will which also masks his stench. [1a]
History
As a mortal he entered the service of Nurgle seeking venegance on Prince Faramond who had been indirectly responsible for the death of Ystareth's brother. Warped by his anger and bitterness, his body became bloated in the image of his new god and was gifted with his current name as he became a Champion of his lord. [1a]
To rise further in favour, he concieved of a plan to bring the whole of the Border Princes into the realm of the Plague Lord. [1a]
Magic
- WFRP 1st Edition: Lore of Nurgle. [1a]
Quotes
Know, Harmis, that every nation on earth is but appearance and illusion... What can it matter to the the masters of Chaos, if a world such as yours were here, or gone, or never here at all.
~ Ystareth.[1] |
Sources
- 1: White Dwarf 125 (UK)
- 1a: Plague Daemon, pg. 17