Aazzukash, Patron of Eldrin
Aazzukash is an ancient air Djinni and one of the four Elemental Lords, who serves as the patron of Eldrin, a member of the party. Known for his slow, kind demeanor, and somewhat forgetful nature, Aazzukash is always willing to lend his aid to the party, even if his recollections and memories sometimes seem scattered and incomplete. His journey spans the eons, and his involvement in cosmic events stretches back to the very birth of creation itself. After the party departed for their plane-hopping adventures, Aazzukash left for
Drakdale, a
Dragonborn city in the
Draconic Desert, alongside Nakorel the
Keeper of Truth, seeking knowledge to aid in the battle against Udah, Lord of Red—a fearsome dragon threatening the existence of Sorus.
Backstory
- Aazzukash was once a being of great power, one of the Elemental Lords born directly from the primordial Elemental Chaos, a concept that eventually evolved into its own plane. His existence predates that of many gods, and he has borne witness to countless significant events in cosmic history, including:
- The battle between Erek-Hus and Asgorath.
- The splitting of Sorus during the Cosmic War.
- The age of chaos and the banishment of Bhaal.
- The use of the Orb of Creation by Mordenkainen and The Order of the Keepers.
As an Elemental Lord, Aazzukash once wielded a weapon of immense power known as the Bag of Stars—a set of powerful shurikens that allowed him to manipulate the forces of air and chaos. When Mordenkainen attempted to use the Orb of Creation, Aazzukash, fearing the risks involved, intervened, believing the actions of
The Order of the Keepers went too far. In response, Mordenkainen trapped Aazzukash within a magical ring, erasing his memories and imprisoning him for over 200 years.
When Eldrin released Aazzukash from his imprisonment, the Djinni was weak, with most of his memories lost. However, in the last month, after trying to communicate with Eldrin and failing, Aazzukash traveled back to Sorus, only to find that West Sorus had become a continent of ash and death. This jarring discovery helped him recover some of his lost memories, reminding him of his past and his weapons, which Mordenkainen still holds.
Motivations
Aazzukash’s relationship with Eldrin began as one of duty, bound by a debt owed to the sorcerer for releasing him from the ring. Over time, however, this bond has evolved into genuine friendship, with Aazzukash determined to aid Eldrin in his struggles, particularly against the threat of Udah, Lord of Red.
As he regains more of his memories, Aazzukash recalls the theft of his elemental weapon, the Bag of Stars, and his desire to reclaim it. Without the shurikens, Aazzukash’s powers are significantly diminished, making the recovery of these ancient artifacts crucial to his restoration. He now seeks Mordenkainen's knowledge, knowing it will guide Eldrin to where his weapons are hidden.
Other Elemental Lords
Each of the other Elemental Lords wields their own powerful artifact:
- The Lord of Water wields a Trident.
- The Lord of Fire wields a Fire Sword.
- The Lord of Earth wields a Giant Hammer.
Aazzukash, once possessing the Bag of Stars, seeks to reclaim his place among these elemental beings, and with Eldrin’s help, he may yet restore balance to the chaotic forces threatening the realms.
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