Nyx

In the post Lost-Light world of Hora Lucerna, Nyx, known as the Spirit of Darkness, is a powerful and enigmatic Arcana. Nyx embodies the essence of shadows and night, granting her followers mastery over darkness. However, her gifts come with the dire risk of the bearer slowly losing their identity in the void, becoming one with the darkness. Nyx's influence is pervasive, affecting the Arcana, the Possessed, and the mortal realm with her deep and mysterious presence.

Nyx as an Arcana

Domain and Abilities

• Domain: Darkness, shadows, night, and the void.
• Powers: Nyx grants her followers control over shadows and night, allowing them to manipulate darkness and move unseen. Her gifts come with the cost of the bearer’s identity slowly being consumed by the void.

Gifts and Pacts

• Mastery over Shadows: Followers gain the ability to manipulate shadows, using them to conceal themselves, create barriers, or even form weapons.
• Control over Night: Nyx’s followers can summon and command the night, enveloping areas in darkness and moving undetected.
• Loss of Identity: Her gifts come with the perilous risk of the bearer’s identity being eroded by the void, causing them to gradually lose their sense of self and merge with the darkness.

Influence on the Possessed

Partially Possessed by Nyx

• Shadowmancers: Partially possessed individuals who channel Nyx’s control over shadows. They can manipulate darkness to hide themselves and others, but they struggle with a growing sense of detachment from their identity.
• Nightwalkers: Those who gain the ability to summon and command the night. They can move undetected and create areas of impenetrable darkness, but they face the constant danger of losing themselves to the void.

Fully Possessed by Nyx

• Void Stalkers: Fully possessed followers who act as Nyx’s agents of darkness. They wield immense power over shadows and night, often serving as spies and assassins. Their identities are nearly consumed, making them ghostly and enigmatic figures.
• Lords/Ladies of the Night: Elite followers who have fully embraced Nyx’s gifts, becoming her most trusted and powerful servants. They have near-absolute control over darkness and lead groups of lesser possessed in maintaining and enforcing Nyx’s will.

Nyx’s Role in the World

Spirit of Darkness Nyx’s presence in Hora Lucerna is a constant reminder of the power and mystery of darkness. Her followers perform nocturnal rituals and harness the power of shadows in her honor, seeking to manipulate the night and maintain the balance of darkness. Nyx represents the enigmatic and consuming nature of the void.

Catalyst for Shadowy Deeds Nyx acts as a catalyst for covert operations and secretive actions in the post-Godfall world. Her influence leads to the formation of shadowy cabals and dark alliances that operate in the unseen corners of the world. She seeks to create a world where the power of darkness is respected and feared.

Opposition to Light and Exposure Nyx stands in direct opposition to forces that promote light and transparency. Her followers often clash with factions that value openness and exposure, using their powers to obscure and conceal, maintaining the mysteries of the night.

Nyx’s Impact

Cultural Influence Nyx’s legend and influence permeate the culture of Hora Lucerna. Stories of her control over shadows and the night are told with both fear and fascination. Many are drawn to her promise of power and secrecy, despite the risks of losing their identity. She represents the ultimate challenge to those who seek to wield the power of darkness without being consumed by it.

Strategic Alliances Nyx forms strategic alliances with other Arcana and powerful entities to further her goals. These alliances are often based on mutual respect for the power of shadows and secrecy but are also marked by the inherent risks of detachment and loss of identity. Despite this, they significantly impact the power dynamics in the world.