Political event
Following the victory over the Fire Giants and MOSAIC experiments, Azrael took the throne shortly before the Illithid Invasion of the Immortal Lands. Arguing against getting involved in another conflict, Respite and its respective forces stayed out of the war for quite some time. Eventually, it was discovered that Azrael was being controlled by an Intellect Devourer and taking orders from the Elder Brain. He was executed, and Olivia Voldaren seized the throne in a frightening Sacred Combat victory.