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Ashrath’s Minions

In a world of magic and mystery, there was a human sorcerer named Zarek who devoted his life to studying the arcane arts. Zarek was always in search of power and knowledge, and he had heard of a mountain called Moltenheim, said to be the source of the most primal and potent magic in the world.

But Moltenheim was no ordinary mountain. It was said that only those who were truly worthy and seeking power could see it, and that it was actually a living elemental being, a god of fire and magma. Zarek was determined to find Moltenheim, and so he spent many years in his quest, traveling across deserts and through treacherous forests, searching for the elusive mountain.

Finally, after many long years of searching, Zarek caught a glimpse of Moltenheim on the horizon. He could see the mountain glowing with an inner fire, and he knew that he had found what he had been looking for. Zarek climbed the mountain, facing many trials and dangers along the way, until he reached the summit.

At the top of the mountain, Zarek was confronted by the primal elemental that was Moltenheim. The elemental spoke to him, and Zarek realized that it was testing him, judging whether he was truly worthy of its power. Zarek passed the test, and the elemental imbued him with incredible power, turning him into a gargantuan lava elemental god, known as Ashrath.

As Ashrath, Zarek was more powerful than he had ever imagined possible. He could control the elements of fire and magma, and his mere presence was enough to strike fear into the hearts of his enemies. But he also knew that with great power came great responsibility. He had been entrusted with the power of Moltenheim, and he would use it wisely to protect the world from those who would seek to do it harm.

And so Ashrath became a god among mortals, feared and respected in equal measure. He had the power to shape the world around him, and the wisdom to use it for the greater good.

As Ashrath roamed the world, he discovered that his power over fire and magma was not limited to simply controlling it. Whenever he cast a spell or unleashed a burst of elemental energy, new creatures would be born from the molten rock and ash that surrounded him. These creatures were born of the same primal energy that powered Ashrath himself, and they were his to command.

As he traveled the world, Ashrath encountered all manner of foes, from dragons and giants to dark wizards and ancient demons. But with the aid of his newly-created minions, he was able to vanquish them all. The creatures that were born from his spells were unlike any that had ever been seen before, and they struck fear into the hearts of his enemies.

Living Lava. On their home plane, Lava Elementals exist as bodiless life forces, pure incarnations of the elemental forces of fire and earth. They have a dim consciousness that can manifest as a physical shape only when focused by the power of magic. Lava Elementals are beings of intense heat and magma, and their very presence can cause volcanic activity and natural disasters.

Conjured by Magic. Through powerful spells and magic items, Lava Elementals can be conjured and summoned to other planes of existence. However, these fiery creatures instinctively resent being pulled from their home plane and bound into service. Those who summon a Lava Elemental must exert their will over the elemental, as it will seek to break free and return to its home plane at the first opportunity.

Bound and Shaped. Powerful magic can bind a Lava Elemental into a material template that defines a specific use and function. These fiery beings can be shaped into various forms and constructs, such as molten beasts and living flame constructs. The strength of the magic and materials that bind them determines how well they function in a bound form, with more durable materials like stone and metal providing a stronger anchor.

Elemental Nature. Lava Elementals are creatures of raw elemental energy, and they exist solely to serve their masters or to wreak havoc when unleashed upon other planes of existence. They don’t require air, food, drink, or sleep, as they are beings of pure energy that draw sustenance from their home plane. Lava Elementals are powerful and dangerous, and those who seek to control them must possess the knowledge and power to do so, or risk being consumed by the very flames they seek to command.