Immortal Emperor

Description
The Immortal Emperor is even more imposing in death than he was in life, entombing himself in thick dark armor. Due to his military power, his influence has spread throughout much of Eterra.

Over the centuries he has let his victory over the gods and over death fill him with pride, and he now decorates himself as though he were a god himself. He rules over his undead armies from the Immortal Citadel that was once Solarum.

Governance
The Immortal Emperor established his influence by 1005 AG, marking the Imperial era. Governing most of Eterra with his undead legions, his ever-spreading control starts to strangle the living, including as far as those living deep south in Maj'elka. The Emperor exerts his influence over sea and land, as well as he has a number of worshippers operating his church.

On the western seas, he operates a large flotilla of ships called the Immortal Fleet, led by Admiral Harton, a once innocent seafarer. He is given powerful magical abilities to control with iron hand.

On land, the Emperor leads a large number of logistics projects in order to build an enormous network of artificial waypoints powered by a large number of soul repositories. The undead therefore commence an everlasting campaign against the living, collecting their souls for their ever growing numbers. Moreover, the Emperor entrusts Spymaster Zerrick to conduct experiments on living creatures, culling both creatures and unfortunate humans alike.

History
In the Imperial era, the Immortal Emperor faces almost no resistance from his opposition. His efforts are however being undermined by his pontifex, Yulia, organizing an undercover movement to topple the Emperor off his power.

Under his nose, Yulia cooperates with [[Alric], a local scout and the Traveler. Although Alric is trapped by Admiral Harton on his dreadnought, he is saved by the Traveler, dispatching Harton in the way.

Through a large tunnel system in the outskirts of Maj'elka, the three make their way through an artificial waypoint to the northeast. To their demise, Spymaster Zerrick stands in their way near the waypoint, but the Traveler defeats him. The group establishes camp in a necropolis and goes all the way up to the Immortal Citadel.

In the Citadel, Yulia shows her true colours and traps Alric in front of the Emperor, while he resurrects his seconds-in-command and unleashes them on the Traveler. The Emperor is surprised at the prowess of theirs and prepares to interrogate them after his subordinates are downed. Suddenly, Yulia freezes him, letting the Traveler escape while telling them about the Lance of Heorot, a powerful artifact that could be used to remove the Emperor.

Quotes

 * I have been expecting you, mortal. Do not look surprised: a proper welcome is the least an emperor can do. (on entering the Citadel)
 * My faithful companions told me of your power. Harton, Zerrick: take my gift, and redeem yourselves! (on starting the fight)
 * Interesting. (on downing Yulia)
 * Enough, no more games. You will tell me who you really are. (to the Traveler after the fight)
 * What? Yulia! What is the meaning of this? (after Yulia drops the veil)