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- Update 11/14/2023: Added terms from Game System, and New Beginnings.
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Artifacts
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Durgin’s Horn
Durgin’s Horn, the mighty call to arms, summoned Rogar’s forces in a decisive battle against Zargon’s hordes. Its resounding echo united the warriors, leading to a crucial victory.
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Loretome
An ancient and mystical book that was written when time began. Loretome records, within it's countless pages, all that ever was and will be. Loretome is currently protected by Mentor.
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Spirit Blade
Forged by dwarves and tempered by elves, the Spirit Blade is the only weapon that can defeat the Witch Lord.
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Star of the West
A glittering diamond, worn on the brow of Rogar the Mighty Warrior.
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Talisman of Lore
The Talisman of Lore, hidden by the wizard Melar in a perilous maze, grants unparalleled magical insight to its bearer, enhancing their mastery of arcane arts.
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Concepts
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Dungeons
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Barak Tor
Barak Tor is a dark and ancient keep in the desolate Dark Mountains, shrouded in dread and guarded by the undead minions of the Witch Lord.
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Fellmarg's Tomb
Fellmarg's Tomb, a dark maze of ancient catacombs, harbors the sinister gargoyle Verag and treasures hidden in the shadows of its eerie chambers.
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Lair of the Orc Warlord
The lair of the orc warlord Ulag is buried deep in the Dark Mountains, guarded by orcs and goblins. Inside, dimly lit corridors lead to Ulag's throne of bones and iron.
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Melar's Maze
Navigate Melar's Maze, a perilous labyrinth filled with traps and monsters, to retrieve the Talisman of Lore hidden in its heart.
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Events
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Battle of Darkfire Pass
The Battle of Darkfire Pass saw the Realm’s defenders clashing against Zargon’s horde, with lightning flashing and dark magic breaching their lines
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First War
Zargon's Dread Host, a massed army of foul creatures and corrupted entities, swept across the land with the ominous Black Banner leading the way. The very sight of this army caused even the bravest warriors to flee, reducing the once-prosperous land laid to waste. The people of the Realm despaired as Zargon's forces seemed unstoppable.
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War Against Zargon and The Witch Lord
The current struggle against Zargon and his Dread Host in which four new Heroes have been summoned by Mentor.
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Factions
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Doomguard
The Doomguard are Zargon’s elite Dread knights, clad in dark enchanted armor and wielding powerful weapons. Their fearsome presence strikes terror into all who face them.
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Dread Host
The Dread Host is the vast army of darkness commanded by the sorcerer Zargon. Composed of orcs, goblins, monstrous creatures, undead legions, and corrupted human warriors, it advances with ruthless unity through the power of dread magic. In the ancient First War, the Host swept across the Realm, burning villages and breaking kingdoms. The tide turned only when Rogar the Barbarian and his allies shattered its strength in a great battle. Yet Zargon escaped, and scholars warn the Host may rise again whenever the Black Banner is lifted.
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Guardian Knights
The Guardian Knights are elite defenders of the Realm, led by a courageous commander, upholding honor and chivalry against Zargon's sinister forces to protect the King.
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Rogar's Companions
A group of Heroes responsible for thwarting Zargon in The First War.
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Keeps/Castles
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Bastion of Dread
The Bastion of Dread was an underground fortress of the sorcerer Zargon, from which orcs and goblins launched raids on the Realm. Guarded by monsters and commanded by corrupted, armored Dread warriors, it became a major threat. The King sent heroes to destroy it, offering bounties to spur action. Accounts disagree on its fate—some say it was cleared and abandoned, while others warn that parts may still harbor lurking remnants.
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Kaba Karn
Kaba Karn, last great eastern dwarf fortress, endured ancient invasions that destroyed its sister holds. Though it survived Zargon’s assault, parts were lost or sealed. Later, it housed Kellar’s Keep, a hidden refuge in wartime. Once a symbol of resilience, its current strength is uncertain, worn by time and lingering threats.
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Ollar's Castle
Ollar’s Castle is a sorcery-laced fortress built above hidden gold to deceive treasure seekers. Its shifting halls disorient intruders, while time-bound guardians linger without decay. The treasure proves illusory, vanishing when taken. Haunted by a possible echo of Ollar himself, the castle stands as a warning against greed and illusion.
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Locations
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Borderlands
Home land of Rogar the warrior prince.
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Dark Mountains
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Darkfire Crag
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Darkfire Pass
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Elethorn
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Fountain of Leben
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High Passes
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Northern Dread Wastes
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Realm
The Realm is the kingdom in which the main story of HeroQuest occurs.
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Sea of Talons
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World's End Mountains
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Monsters
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Abomination
The Abomination is a nightmarish fusion of various creatures, created through dark rituals. Found in corrupted places, they serve as guardians of vile relics. Their immense strength and terrifying appearance make them formidable foes. Summoned by dark lords, they are ruthless enforcers and bodyguards.
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Dread Warrior
Dread Warriors are elite soldiers bound by dark magic to serve the forces of Dread with unwavering loyalty. Clad in dark armor and wielding cursed weapons, they command lesser undead and guard their masters' secrets. Their strength and dark magic make them formidable foes for any hero.
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Gargoyle
Gargoyles are fearsome stone creatures brought to life by dark magic to serve as ruthless guardians. Perched atop plinths, they watch with unyielding vigilance. In battle, their stone-like skin and sharp claws make them relentless foes. Many heroes have fallen, underestimating their strength and resilience.
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Goblin
Goblins are small, green-skinned creatures known for their cunning and trickery. Often serving as scouts and spies for Orcs and other foul beings, they use their agility and numbers to set traps and ambushes. Many heroes have underestimated them, only to be overwhelmed by their swarming attacks from the shadows.
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Grak
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Mummy
Mummies are preserved corpses reanimated by powerful curses and dark magic. Found in forgotten tombs, they guard their eternal rest and treasures. Often accompanied by other undead, they form a formidable defense. Heroes must beware their powerful curses and relentless guardianship.
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Orc
Orcs are brutish, aggressive creatures serving darker powers. Often found in dungeons, they guard treasures and ancient relics. Led by warlords like Ulag and Grak, their alignment with the forces of Dread makes them formidable foes. Heroes beware, for their strength and ferocity are unmatched.
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Skeleton
Skeletons are reanimated remains of the dead, brought back to life through necromancy. Found in catacombs and crypts, they guard ancient treasures and tombs. Their clattering bones and unholy determination make them relentless foes. Often fighting alongside other undead, they form a formidable force.
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Ulag
Ulag was a notorious Orc warlord who served the sorcerer Zargon during the renewed wars against the Realm. Known for cruelty and ruthless authority, he led raiding bands that plundered villages and terrified the borderlands. Ulag gained infamy after capturing Sir Ragnar, one of the King’s greatest knights. A towering fighter armed with a great blade, he ruled through fear and strength. Heroes of the Realm eventually stormed his stronghold and slew him, weakening the Orc bands, though his legacy of violence continued through others, including his vengeful offspring, Grak.
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Verag
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Witch Lord
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Zombie
Zombies are reanimated corpses driven by a relentless hunger for the living. Slow but persistent, they overwhelm enemies through sheer numbers. Controlled by necromancers, they serve as foot soldiers in undead armies. Their rotting forms and tireless pursuit instill dread in all who encounter them.
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People
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Balur
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Durgin
Durgin was a fearless and skilled dwarven warrior who played a significant role in the First War against the sinister forces of Zargon and his Dread Host. As one of the original heroes who stood alongside Rogar the Barbarian, Durgin brought his unique strengths and combat expertise to the alliance fighting against the encroaching darkness.
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Fellmarg
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Gulthor
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King
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Ladril
Ladril, the elven fighter mage, was a key figure in the First War against Zargon and his Dread Host.
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Melar
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Mentor
Mentor is the Guardian of Loretome, as well as a guide and advisor to the Heroes. Mentor guides the Heroes on their quest but cannot intervene, otherwise a greater evil will befall the world and Zargon's forces will triumph.
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Ollar
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Prince Magnus
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Rogar
Rogar the Barbarian is a legendary warrior prince who played a pivotal role in the First War against the sinister forces of Zargon.
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Sir Ragnar
Sir Ragnar: Once a noble Guardian Knight, Ragnar’s betrayal during the “Rise of the Dread Moon” turned him into a key agent of darkness and chaos.
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Telor
Telor the Wizard was a powerful sorcerer who played a vital role in the conflict against Zargon and his Dread Host during the First War.
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Wardoz
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Zargon
Zargon, the evil sorcerer, was once Mentor's apprentice. Zargon was drawn to the seductive allure of forbidden knowledge. His impatience and thirst for power led him down a dark path. Possessed by the powers of Dread, Zargon turned against Mentor, seeking mastery over ancient Dread magic.
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Zargon's General
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Zoryana
Zoryana wretched crone of Dread Flame.
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Titles
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Champions of the Realm
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Guardian of Loretome
See Mentor.
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Rulers of Legend
See Rogar's Companions.
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Sovereign Knights
See Champions of the Realm.
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