Synopsis
Former bitter rivals return again, this time back together to stand against a dark artefact that is spreading insanity to whoever touches it. And so it happens that the dark artefact, a dark, twisted sword named Talefing, is under possession of Cerberus's unforgiving brother, Cranius. Being a lord in control of Izlude, a break-off small town off south-east from Prontera, Cranius has turned the once pure town home to the swordsmen into a bastion of horror. Every terror ever imagined began to churn Izlude into a town of nightmare. Corruption, vices, treachery, backstabs, betrayal… knights and swordsmen alike were converted to inhuman minions of Cranius. Cerberus and his companions, Skull, Tien, Mariane and Reka to name some, set out once again in search of ways to permanently expel the taint of the blade. But who knows, they could fall victim to the oppressive darkness in Izlude and become yet another group of additions to Cranius's minions. Only time will tell.
Characters
Cerberus Twinedge
A reputable knight leader of a guild called Avenger, who was hailed as one of the heroes who lead an army of his own to banish the four. He carries two swords in battles, Firebrand and Ice Falchion, and rains fearsome bolts of flame and glacier onto enemies. Always trying to quell the hatred his brother Cranius has for him, he is forced to fight him, a much different and much hostile man than before. Since the sudden appearance of Kera, supposedly Cranius's fiancé, he feels tangled up internally.
Yeven Dekon
A close friend of Cerberus Twinedge, Yeven is an alchemist belonging to the Avenger. Despite dabbling in potions and chemical compounds, he has hidden talent in blacksmithing. He is a unique individual who can mix potions and craft weapons, which nobody else could attain.
Skull
An aloof assassin, he is also a member of Avenger. Like most assassins, he battles his foes with katars, his a customised Infiltrator. People say he is romantically linked with the priestess Mariane, but he showed no hints of it. It is usually because of his bloodlust during fights or pre-fights that lands him in no little trouble. He is also known as Koju, his name in Morrocan.
Sagis
A black-robed wizard belonging to the Avengers. He is mysterious at certain times, but offers his knowledge whenever his companions are caught in a dilemma. Wielding a new-found staff, the Soul Staff, he is well-versed in magic and considered a level more powerful than other older wizards, for some strange reasons. He suspects the necklace of interlocked rings he wore was behind it, but he has yet to prove it. Above all things, he enjoys a cup or two with friends in the inn.
Tien Rockfist
A hot-headed monk who can crush any foe with his knock-out finisher, Extremity Fist. He used to lead a guild called Overlords, a rival to the Avenger. After the death of his guild members in an impromptu fight in Geffen with the four, he had had hopes to rebuild his past glory, even enlisting the help of Avenger member Pay. He hails from Payon, a village build among forests. He is remembered fondly by Payon villagers for shockingly eliminating a Superior, Moonlight Flower, single-handedly. He is a worthy fighter.
Pay Skysight
A hunter belonging to the Avenger. He carries a bow made by Yeven to him, the Arbalest. He had since left the companions after the battle with the four, returning to his hometown, Payon, to help in the rebuilding and is considering joining the Elite Hunter forces to protect the interests of the village folk. Some of the Avenger members were saying that he was living with Elemire and had plans for marriage.
Mariane Holycross
A pure hearted priestess dedicated to the Prontera grand church and offers her healing powers to the needy. She is a close friend of Reka, a rogue from Morroc. Many are aware of her feelings for Skull, and felt that a pity for her to choose a lowly assassin out of many other better men. Ever since she was muted by Abyss Knight in the final battles, Skull had been taking care of her.
Reka
A rogue hailing from Morroc, a close friend of Mariane. Fights with daggers and has a uncontrollable habit of mugging coins without her victims aware of it. Also known as Zerin in Morrocan.
Elemire
The sole surviving member of Overlords. A huntress who pairs with Avenger hunter Pay.
Cranius Twinedge
Brother of Cerberus Twinedge, a lord of Izlude. Wields the Talefing, a dark sword of filth and corruption. He turns the town into a nightmare with his twisted mind, the work of his sword.
King Tristan III
Emperor of the Capital city of Rune-Midgart, Prontera.
Smith
A warlord of Prontera, also a chief of the Blacksmith department.
Larzen
Late warlord of Prontera, a good friend of Smith.
Jamie Kohlan
Also known as JK. He is brought in by King Tristan III as Smith's new Warlord partner.
Invus
Leader of the Rogue pack at Morroc City.
Murrin
A survivor of the Fiendbanes during the lightning frenzy when the four invaded Prontera.
Bandalek a.k.a Blek
Sagis's mentor when he was young. Mysteriously appears to lure the renegade wizard back to his ruined home.
Bautrum
An innkeeper working at the Night Star inn.
Seihroth
One of the Lesser Superiors dedicated to the darkside, the Mutant Dragonoid. Otherwise known as the true wielder of Tirfing, as the sentient sword claims.
Bache & Crash
Lesser Superiors dedicated to holy causes. They are the Arch Angeling and Angeling respectively.
Razorbeak
One of the Lesser Superiors, the Gryphon. Supposedly works closely with Bache & Crash.
