Balrog - Revision history

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Mythology & Origin

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 However, their solitary demeanor should not be mistaken for passivity. When disturbed or provoked, they become ferociously aggressive, their fiery rage capable of consuming even the most formidable opponents. Their taciturn nature extends to a disdain for unnecessary conversation, and they are known to answer insults or challenges not with words, but with immediate and overwhelming violence.
-Though they shun interaction, Balrogs are not without intelligence or cunning. They are deeply knowledgeable about the chaotic geography and hazards of the Abyss, and their reclusive lifestyle allows them to develop unique and esoteric knowledge of the dark realms they inhabit. Only the most powerful demons, deities, or mortals with extraordinary resolve dare approach them, whether to seek aid, bargain, or challenge their might.
+Though they shun interaction, Balrogs are not without intelligence or cunning. They are deeply knowledgeable about the chaotic geography and hazards of the Abyss, and their reclusive lifestyle allows them to develop unique and esoteric knowledge of the dark realms they inhabit. Only the most powerful demons, deities, or mortals with extraordinary resolve dare approach them, whether to seek aid, [[Bargain a Deal (sage ability)|bargain]], or challenge their might.
 == Mythology & Origin ==

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 == Mythology & Origin ==
-Balrogs do not originate from Earthly culture or mythology but instead stem from beings known as the [[Ainur (demi-gods)]]. The Ainur were created by Eru Iluvatar, one of the many names for the supreme being of the universe. These divine beings originally inhabited [[Silvanie]], a land on Outer Earth, a vast flat disc floating adrift in the Astral Sea.  This realm is also the ancestral origin of the [[Elf Race & Physiology|elves]], who migrated to Earth from Silvanie approximately 50,000 years ago.
+Balrogs do not originate from Earthly culture or mythology but instead stem from beings known as the [[Ainur (demi-gods)]]. The Ainur were created by Eru Iluvatar, one of the many names for the supreme being of the universe. These divine beings originally inhabited [[Silvanie]], a land on Outer Earth, a vast flat disc floating adrift in the [[Astral Plane|Astral Sea]].  This realm is also the ancestral origin of the [[Elf Race & Physiology|elves]], who migrated to Earth from Silvanie approximately 50,000 years ago.
 Among the Ainur was [[Melkor (demi-god)|Melkor]], the most powerful and ambitious of their number. Through his influence, Melkor corrupted many of the lesser Ainur, transforming them into the [[Maier (beings)|maiar]], semi-divine entities who once freely roamed the multi-universe. Balrogs comprised a significant part of these maiar, becoming fearsome manifestations of chaos and destruction. Their transformation marked a shift from beings of order and light to those of fire and shadow, embodying Melkor's rebellion against divine authority.

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 | special = [[Magic to Hit|+2 weapon to hit]], [[Buffeting (attack)|buffeting]], [[Fear (spell)|cause fear]],<br>[[Darkness (spell)|darkness]], [[Detect Invisibility (spell)|detect invisibility]], [[Detect Magic (spell)|detect magic]],<br>[[Dispel Magic (spell)|dispel magic]], [[Gate (spell)|gate]], immunities,<br>long sword +3, [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]],<br>[[Demonic Possession|possession]], [[Pyrotechnics (spell)|pyrotechnics]], [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]],<br>[[Symbol (spell)|symbol]], [[Telekinesis (spell)|telekinesis]], [[Teleport (spell)|teleport]],<br>[[Ultravision (spell)|ultravision]], whip
 }}
-'''Balrogs''' are immense [[Demon|demons]] standing between 12 and 14 feet tall, characterized by their horns, demonic features and tattered wings. Their bodies have the texture of broken lava, with cracks that emit a fiery glow, indicating a blazing heat generated from within. This internal heat radiates outward, further emphasizing the creature's fiery nature. The Balrog's low armour class results from its composition, being partly made of softened, not entirely molten rock.
+'''Balrogs''' are immense [[Demon|demons]] standing between 12 and 14 feet tall, characterized by their horns, demonic features and tattered wings. Their bodies have the texture of broken lava, with cracks that emit a fiery glow, indicating a blazing heat generated from within. This internal heat radiates outward, further emphasizing the creature's fiery nature. The Balrog's low [[Armour Class|armour class]] results from its composition, being partly made of softened, not entirely molten rock.
 [[File:balrog-image-1.jpg|left|524px|thumb]]
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 | attack = '''3''': two [[Claw (attack)|claws]]; [[Sword (weapon)|long sword]] or [[Whip (weapon)|whip]]
 | dmg = claw (3–18); long sword (4-24);<br>whip (5-15)
-| special = [[Magic to Hit|+2 weapon to hit]], [[Buffeting (attack)|buffeting]], [[Fear (spell)|cause fear]],<br>[[Darkness (spell)|darkness]], [[Detect Invisibility (spell)|detect invisibility]], [[Detect Magic (spell)|detect magic]],<br>[[Dispel Magic (spell)|dispel magic]], [[Gate (spell)|gate]], immunities,<br>long sword +3, [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]],<br>[[Demonic Possession|possession]], [[Pyrotechnics (spell)|pyrotechnics]], [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]],<br>[[Symbol (spell)|symbol]], [[Telekinesis (spell)|telekinesis]], [[Teleportation (spell)|teleportation]],<br>[[Ultravision (spell)|ultravision]], whip
+| special = [[Magic to Hit|+2 weapon to hit]], [[Buffeting (attack)|buffeting]], [[Fear (spell)|cause fear]],<br>[[Darkness (spell)|darkness]], [[Detect Invisibility (spell)|detect invisibility]], [[Detect Magic (spell)|detect magic]],<br>[[Dispel Magic (spell)|dispel magic]], [[Gate (spell)|gate]], immunities,<br>long sword +3, [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]],<br>[[Demonic Possession|possession]], [[Pyrotechnics (spell)|pyrotechnics]], [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]],<br>[[Symbol (spell)|symbol]], [[Telekinesis (spell)|telekinesis]], [[Teleport (spell)|teleport]],<br>[[Ultravision (spell)|ultravision]], whip
 }}
 '''Balrogs''' are immense [[Demon|demons]] standing between 12 and 14 feet tall, characterized by their horns, demonic features and tattered wings. Their bodies have the texture of broken lava, with cracks that emit a fiery glow, indicating a blazing heat generated from within. This internal heat radiates outward, further emphasizing the creature's fiery nature. The Balrog's low armour class results from its composition, being partly made of softened, not entirely molten rock.

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 The long sword causes 4–24 damage and is +3 to hit and damage. Any creature struck by the weapon must make saving throw for worn or carried clothing, leather and wood (such as shields); clothing that fails will be singed and ruined; leather and wood will break or cease to be of effect. The sword can strike within two hexes of the balrog.
-[[File:balrog-image-2.jpg|right|420px|thumb]]
+[[File:balrog-image-2.jpg|right|622px|thumb]]
 The whip, or cat-of-nine, causes 5–15 damage (2d6+3). When struck, the target must make [[Saving Throws|save against petrification]] or be [[Stun Lock|stunned]], regardless of the damage sustained. The demon will then pull the target to the nearest edge of its own hex, causing an additional 2–12 damage to the target from the flames of the demon's body. The whip can strike within four hexes of the balrog.

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 | HD = 12+8
 | AP = 5
 | THAC0 = 14
 | hpdie = 3d4