Aerbax - Revision history

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	After splitting from the [[Directive]] and gradually began to realizing its own independence, it was one of the more important members of the [[New Directive]] <ref>2003/05 [[Discoveries]] - [[A Note From Aerbax]]</ref><ref>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Virindi Texts/Dirrich's Journal]]</ref>, and responsible for many experiments on Derethian creatures.<ref name=PackAerbax>2008/05 [[Introductions]] - [[Pack Aerbax]]</ref><ref name=Destructions>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Destructions and Beginnings]]</ref> <ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref>		After splitting from the [[Directive]] and gradually began to realizing its own independence, it was one of the more important members of the [[New Directive]] <ref>2003/05 [[Discoveries]] - [[A Note From Aerbax]]</ref><ref>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Virindi Texts/Dirrich's Journal]]</ref>, and responsible for many experiments on Derethian creatures.<ref name=PackAerbax>2008/05 [[Introductions]] - [[Pack Aerbax]]</ref><ref name=Destructions>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Destructions and Beginnings]]</ref> <ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref>

	When again part of the [[Directive]], Aerbax also created [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref>2002/12 - [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[Announcements - 2002/12 - The Hall of the Tusker King#Teaser]]</ref><ref>2002/12 [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[~~King Bobo~~#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Personal Research Notes: Tuskers]]</ref>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref> <ref name=ObservationsSangi>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments. From later notes it is derived that Aerbax experimented with the concept of "Worship", using [[Idol]]s, when trying to gain control of the [[Mosswart]]s.<ref name=PiecePaper>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons] - [[Piece of Paper]]</ref>		When again part of the [[Directive]], Aerbax also created [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref>2002/12 - [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[Announcements - 2002/12 - The Hall of the Tusker King#Teaser]]</ref><ref>2002/12 [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[The Legend of the Tusker Paw#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Personal Research Notes: Tuskers]]</ref>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref> <ref name=ObservationsSangi>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments. From later notes it is derived that Aerbax experimented with the concept of "Worship", using [[Idol]]s, when trying to gain control of the [[Mosswart]]s.<ref name=PiecePaper>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons] - [[Piece of Paper]]</ref>
	When it came to defeating the [[Harbinger]], [[Nuhmudira]] and Aerbax each went their own path. To reach the Harbinger, one can chose helping Aerbax by handing an item to its represenative, the Virindi [[Vincadi]].<ref>2003/08 [[Into the Darkness]] - [[Into the Darkness#Town Crier Rumors\|Town Crier Rumors]]</ref>		When it came to defeating the [[Harbinger]], [[Nuhmudira]] and Aerbax each went their own path. To reach the Harbinger, one can chose helping Aerbax by handing an item to its represenative, the Virindi [[Vincadi]].<ref>2003/08 [[Into the Darkness]] - [[Into the Darkness#Town Crier Rumors\|Town Crier Rumors]]</ref>

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	At some point, Aerbax discovered an “Energy Source”, under which influence it became more and more aware of its individuality and its own goals, separate from the Directive.<ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref> It used this source to augment creatures and Virindi to new strengths, such as the [[Virindi Profatrix]] and the [[Virindi Paradox]]es.<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Announcements - 2003/01 - The Slumbering Giant#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref>2003/02 [[That Which Is Ours]] - [[Announcements - 2003/02 - That Which Is Ours#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref>2003/03 [[A Perfect Paradox]] - [[Announcements - 2003/03 - A Perfect Paradox#Teaser\|Teaser]] </ref> <ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/><ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Virindi Paradox Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Some were less successful than other, like its experiments on Mosswarts (referred to as "croakers").<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Research Notes: Mosswart]]</ref>. Its experimentations on Shadows however, were more promising.<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Research Notes: "Children of Darkness"]]</ref> It also experimented with [[Mattekar]]s, with partial success. The description of the result resembles a being later introduced as the [[Gurog]].<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Research Notes: Mattekar]]</ref> Most of these experiments were put in "stasis" for further study.		At some point, Aerbax discovered an “Energy Source”, under which influence it became more and more aware of its individuality and its own goals, separate from the Directive.<ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref> It used this source to augment creatures and Virindi to new strengths, such as the [[Virindi Profatrix]] and the [[Virindi Paradox]]es.<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Announcements - 2003/01 - The Slumbering Giant#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref>2003/02 [[That Which Is Ours]] - [[Announcements - 2003/02 - That Which Is Ours#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref>2003/03 [[A Perfect Paradox]] - [[Announcements - 2003/03 - A Perfect Paradox#Teaser\|Teaser]] </ref> <ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/><ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Virindi Paradox Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Some were less successful than other, like its experiments on Mosswarts (referred to as "croakers").<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Research Notes: Mosswart]]</ref>. Its experimentations on Shadows however, were more promising.<ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Research Notes: "Children of Darkness"]]</ref> It also experimented with [[Mattekar]]s, with partial success. The description of the result resembles a being later introduced as the [[Gurog]].<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Research Notes: Mattekar]]</ref> Most of these experiments were put in "stasis" for further study.

	One of the first signs of Aerbax mingling with Dark or Shadow Energies came to the fore when [[Nuhmudira]] sent Isparians to [[Aerbax's Holding]] to obtain the [[Bracelet of Dark Essence]]. The dungeon is filled with Shadows and Shadowy Statues of the Hopeslayer.<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[Aerbax's Holding]]</ref>It becomes apparent that Aerbax is at odds with the [[Directive]].<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[10~~/02/03~~ - Ancient Olthoi Queen#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		One of the first signs of Aerbax mingling with Dark or Shadow Energies came to the fore when [[Nuhmudira]] sent Isparians to [[Aerbax's Holding]] to obtain the [[Bracelet of Dark Essence]]. The dungeon is filled with Shadows and Shadowy Statues of the Hopeslayer.<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[Aerbax's Holding]]</ref>It becomes apparent that Aerbax is at odds with the [[Directive]].<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[2003/10 - Ancient Olthoi Queen#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

	Aerbax had a companion at the Energy Source<ref name=EnergySource/> which it called its Mirror.<ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[The Mirror]]</ref> It was later revealed that Aerbax's Mirror was [[Ler Rhan]], and the Energy Source was a [[Kemeroi]], one of the great evil beings hidden deep within the world, which further twisted it towards Shadow and destruction.<ref name=PackAerbax/> Together, they were responsible for taking over Caul Island from the [[Directive]] and the once Virindi dominated island now shows a strong Shadow influence. Not only did the island physically change (ridges becoming higher and more pronounced, and the plateau in the middle changed into a crater, Caulcano), but also the flora, and for all, the fauna.<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Announcements - 2004/01 - Mirror, Mirror#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>		Aerbax had a companion at the Energy Source<ref name=EnergySource/> which it called its Mirror.<ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[The Mirror]]</ref> It was later revealed that Aerbax's Mirror was [[Ler Rhan]], and the Energy Source was a [[Kemeroi]], one of the great evil beings hidden deep within the world, which further twisted it towards Shadow and destruction.<ref name=PackAerbax/> Together, they were responsible for taking over Caul Island from the [[Directive]] and the once Virindi dominated island now shows a strong Shadow influence. Not only did the island physically change (ridges becoming higher and more pronounced, and the plateau in the middle changed into a crater, Caulcano), but also the flora, and for all, the fauna.<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Announcements - 2004/01 - Mirror, Mirror#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>

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	Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and the real [[Lord Kresovus]] was rescued from the tunnels below the fortress city of Linvak Tukal. Balor's pelt was found below the city, but the fate of the beast was still a mystery. <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and the real [[Lord Kresovus]] was rescued from the tunnels below the fortress city of Linvak Tukal. Balor's pelt was found below the city, but the fate of the beast was still a mystery. <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

	The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[~~Hunter Quest (Cragstone Drudges)~~#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in Aerbax'experiments, <ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> These experiments were not meant to create a leader of the altered creatures, but a champion destroyer of its forces.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Experiment Log]]</ref>		The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Jarvis Hammerstone#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in Aerbax'experiments, <ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> These experiments were not meant to create a leader of the altered creatures, but a champion destroyer of its forces.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Experiment Log]]</ref>

	Another result was the creation of [[Harraag]], the Prodigal Banderling.<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling]]</ref><ref name=ObservationsHarraag/> Though it seemed the altered Banderling adapted well, the Banderling themselves were highly resistant to following any being perceived as different from or from outside their species, and this included [[Harraag]]. The Banderlings gathered large numbers to drive it off, and [[Harraag]] retreated to a physical cave, and, surprisingly, "ripped a hole into Portalspace*" in which to escape. Because of its unanticipated abilities, Aerbax did not perceive this experiment as a total failure, but decided to leave Harraag for now. <ref name=ObservationsHarraag/><ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		Another result was the creation of [[Harraag]], the Prodigal Banderling.<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling]]</ref><ref name=ObservationsHarraag/> Though it seemed the altered Banderling adapted well, the Banderling themselves were highly resistant to following any being perceived as different from or from outside their species, and this included [[Harraag]]. The Banderlings gathered large numbers to drive it off, and [[Harraag]] retreated to a physical cave, and, surprisingly, "ripped a hole into Portalspace*" in which to escape. Because of its unanticipated abilities, Aerbax did not perceive this experiment as a total failure, but decided to leave Harraag for now. <ref name=ObservationsHarraag/><ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

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	One of the first signs of Aerbax mingling with Dark or Shadow Energies came to the fore when [[Nuhmudira]] sent Isparians to [[Aerbax's Holding]] to obtain the [[Bracelet of Dark Essence]]. The dungeon is filled with Shadows and Shadowy Statues of the Hopeslayer.<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[Aerbax's Holding]]</ref>It becomes apparent that Aerbax is at odds with the [[Directive]].<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[10/02/03 - Ancient Olthoi Queen#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		One of the first signs of Aerbax mingling with Dark or Shadow Energies came to the fore when [[Nuhmudira]] sent Isparians to [[Aerbax's Holding]] to obtain the [[Bracelet of Dark Essence]]. The dungeon is filled with Shadows and Shadowy Statues of the Hopeslayer.<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[Aerbax's Holding]]</ref>It becomes apparent that Aerbax is at odds with the [[Directive]].<ref>2003/10 [[Reign of Terror]] - [[10/02/03 - Ancient Olthoi Queen#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

	Aerbax had a companion at the Energy Source<ref name=EnergySource/> which it called its Mirror.<ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[The Mirror]]</ref> It was later revealed that ~~Aerbax’s~~ Mirror was [[Ler Rhan]], and the Energy Source was a [[Kemeroi]], one of the great evil beings hidden deep within the world, which further twisted it towards Shadow and destruction.<ref name=PackAerbax/> Together, they were responsible for taking over Caul Island from the [[Directive]] and the once Virindi dominated island now shows a strong Shadow influence. Not only did the island physically change (ridges becoming higher and more pronounced, and the plateau in the middle changed into a crater, Caulcano), but also the flora, and for all, the fauna.<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Announcements - 2004/01 - Mirror, Mirror#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>		Aerbax had a companion at the Energy Source<ref name=EnergySource/> which it called its Mirror.<ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[The Mirror]]</ref> It was later revealed that Aerbax's Mirror was [[Ler Rhan]], and the Energy Source was a [[Kemeroi]], one of the great evil beings hidden deep within the world, which further twisted it towards Shadow and destruction.<ref name=PackAerbax/> Together, they were responsible for taking over Caul Island from the [[Directive]] and the once Virindi dominated island now shows a strong Shadow influence. Not only did the island physically change (ridges becoming higher and more pronounced, and the plateau in the middle changed into a crater, Caulcano), but also the flora, and for all, the fauna.<ref>2004/01 [[Mirror, Mirror]] - [[Announcements - 2004/01 - Mirror, Mirror#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>

	For some time Aerbax and [[Ler Rhan]] were rather inactive, with their only major activities on Dereth being the creation of the creatures which now populate the [[Valley of Death]], such as the shadow-touched Virindi<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Shadow-touched Virindi Paradox Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of the once Virindi stronghold of the [[Singularity Caul]] into a place twisted by Shadow.<ref name=Destructions/><ref name=EnergySource/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[Visions in the Darkness#Town Crier Rumors\|Town Crier Rumors]]</ref>		For some time Aerbax and [[Ler Rhan]] were rather inactive, with their only major activities on Dereth being the creation of the creatures which now populate the [[Valley of Death]], such as the shadow-touched Virindi<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Shadow-touched Virindi Paradox Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of the once Virindi stronghold of the [[Singularity Caul]] into a place twisted by Shadow.<ref name=Destructions/><ref name=EnergySource/><ref>2003/11 [[Visions in the Darkness]] - [[Visions in the Darkness#Town Crier Rumors\|Town Crier Rumors]]</ref>

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	Also referred to as "The Progenitor" or simply "Master" by its minions.		Also referred to as "The Progenitor" or simply "Master" by its minions.

	Aerbax has been a character in Asheron's Call since [[The Rise of the New Singularity]], the 2nd story arc. It started out as one of the rogue [[Virindi]] that had gained individuality. <ref name=OrbClarity>2001/04 [[A Reign of Stone]] - [[Orb of Clarity]]</ref> After splitting from the [[Directive]] and gradually began to realizing its own independence, it was one of the more important members of the [[New Directive]] <ref>2003/05 [[Discoveries]] - [[A Note From Aerbax]]</ref><ref>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Virindi Texts/Dirrich's Journal]]</ref>, and responsible for many experiments on Derethian creatures.<ref name=PackAerbax>2008/05 [[Introductions]] - [[Pack Aerbax]]</ref><ref name=Destructions>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Destructions and Beginnings]]</ref> <ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref>		Aerbax has been a character in Asheron's Call since [[The Rise of the New Singularity]], the 2nd story arc. It started out as one of the rogue [[Virindi]] that had gained individuality. <ref name=OrbClarity>2001/04 [[A Reign of Stone]] - [[Orb of Clarity]]</ref>


	=== Early Experimentations ===		=== Early Experimentations ===

	In its earlier days Aerbax was responsible for the Virindi augmentation of many creatures and the creation of new servant beings. Most notable of its creations were the [[Doll]]s and [[Marionette]]s <ref name=RiseNewSingularity>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Historical Overview/Portal Year 12 - The Rise of the New Singularity]]</ref><ref name=OrbClarity/> and the experiments on the [[Tumerok]], resulting in the [[Hea Tumerok]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>.		In its earlier days Aerbax was responsible for the Virindi augmentation of many creatures and the creation of new servant beings. Most notable of its creations were the [[Doll]]s and [[Marionette]]s <ref name=RiseNewSingularity>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Historical Overview/Portal Year 12 - The Rise of the New Singularity]]</ref><ref name=OrbClarity/> and the experiments on the [[Tumerok]], resulting in the [[Hea Tumerok]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>.

			After splitting from the [[Directive]] and gradually began to realizing its own independence, it was one of the more important members of the [[New Directive]] <ref>2003/05 [[Discoveries]] - [[A Note From Aerbax]]</ref><ref>[[AC:DM CD Lore/Virindi Texts/Dirrich's Journal]]</ref>, and responsible for many experiments on Derethian creatures.<ref name=PackAerbax>2008/05 [[Introductions]] - [[Pack Aerbax]]</ref><ref name=Destructions>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Destructions and Beginnings]]</ref> <ref name=EnergySource>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Energy Source]]</ref>

	When again part of the [[Directive]], Aerbax also created [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref>2002/12 - [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[Announcements - 2002/12 - The Hall of the Tusker King#Teaser]]</ref><ref>2002/12 [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[King Bobo#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Personal Research Notes: Tuskers]]</ref>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref> <ref name=ObservationsSangi>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments. From later notes it is derived that Aerbax experimented with the concept of "Worship", using [[Idol]]s, when trying to gain control of the [[Mosswart]]s.<ref name=PiecePaper>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons] - [[Piece of Paper]]</ref>		When again part of the [[Directive]], Aerbax also created [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref>2002/12 - [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[Announcements - 2002/12 - The Hall of the Tusker King#Teaser]]</ref><ref>2002/12 [[The Hall of the Tusker King]] - [[King Bobo#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Personal Research Notes: Tuskers]]</ref>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref> <ref name=ObservationsSangi>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments. From later notes it is derived that Aerbax experimented with the concept of "Worship", using [[Idol]]s, when trying to gain control of the [[Mosswart]]s.<ref name=PiecePaper>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons] - [[Piece of Paper]]</ref>

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	=== Prodigal Children ([[Favored Sons]] Story Arc) ===		=== Prodigal Children ([[Favored Sons]] Story Arc) ===

	After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures, which would serve as leaders for these selected races.<ref name=ObservationsHarraag>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Observations: Harraag]]</ref> One of the results of the experiments is that Aerbax is linked to and "feels" his "Children, especially the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]], [[Bonecrunch]] the prodigal Drudge, [[Harraag]] the prodigal Banderling and [[Bragara, the Chosen One\|Bragara]], the prodigal Mosswart <ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Olthoi Experiment Log]]</ref>, thereby creating a new Quiddity, one very similar to the Quiddity of the Virindi that Aerbax had separated himself from. This Quiddity is an amalgamation of the memories and powers of all the beings that are linked to it. It is a shared consciousness, the perfect apotheosis of all the spirit-walking, mind-sharing rituals that the [[Tumerok]] tapped into so primitively and incompletely. And ~~this~~ Quiddity is made entirely of beings created and more or less controlled by Aerbax's own will.<ref name=RheagaJournal>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Rheaga's Journal]]</ref>		After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures, which would serve as leaders for these selected races.<ref name=ObservationsHarraag>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Observations: Harraag]]</ref> One of the results of the experiments is that Aerbax is linked to and "feels" his "Children, especially the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]], [[Bonecrunch]] the prodigal Drudge, [[Harraag]] the prodigal Banderling and [[Bragara, the Chosen One\|Bragara]], the prodigal Mosswart <ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Olthoi Experiment Log]]</ref>, thereby creating a new Quiddity, one very similar to the Quiddity of the Virindi that Aerbax had separated himself from. This Quiddity is an amalgamation of the memories and powers of all the beings that are linked to it. It is a shared consciousness, the perfect apotheosis of all the spirit-walking, mind-sharing rituals that the [[Tumerok]] tapped into so primitively and incompletely. And [[Aerbax's Quiddity]] is made entirely of beings created and more or less controlled by Aerbax's own will.<ref name=RheagaJournal>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Rheaga's Journal]]</ref>

	The first noticeable activity was the creation of the simulacrum Tusker [[Mudmouth]], who was sent to [[Oolutanga]] as an adviser, but who was in truth slowly poisoning and weakening the Tusker King.<ref>2007/07 [[Evolution]] - [[Bobo's Medicine#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Mudmouth fled, and was later discovered in a cave, together with [[Dark Bobo]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tusker]]</ref><ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Tusker Experiment Orb]]</ref>		The first noticeable activity was the creation of the simulacrum Tusker [[Mudmouth]], who was sent to [[Oolutanga]] as an adviser, but who was in truth slowly poisoning and weakening the Tusker King.<ref>2007/07 [[Evolution]] - [[Bobo's Medicine#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Mudmouth fled, and was later discovered in a cave, together with [[Dark Bobo]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tusker]]</ref><ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Tusker Experiment Orb]]</ref>
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	* [[New Directive]]		* [[New Directive]]
			* [[Aerbax's Quiddity]]

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	=== Prodigal Children ({Favored Sons]] Story Arc) ===		=== Prodigal Children ([[Favored Sons]] Story Arc) ===

	After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures, which would serve as leaders for these selected races.<ref name=ObservationsHarraag>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Observations: Harraag]]</ref> One of the results of the experiments is that Aerbax is linked to and "feels" his "Children, especially the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]], [[Bonecrunch]] the prodigal Drudge, [[Harraag]] the prodigal Banderling and [[Bragara, the Chosen One\|Bragara]], the prodigal Mosswart <ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Olthoi Experiment Log]]</ref>, thereby creating a new Quiddity, one very similar to the Quiddity of the Virindi that Aerbax had separated himself from. This Quiddity is an amalgamation of the memories and powers of all the beings that are linked to it. It is a shared consciousness, the perfect apotheosis of all the spirit-walking, mind-sharing rituals that the [[Tumerok]] tapped into so primitively and incompletely. And this Quiddity is made entirely of beings created and more or less controlled by Aerbax's own will.<ref name=RheagaJournal>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Rheaga's Journal]]</ref>		After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures, which would serve as leaders for these selected races.<ref name=ObservationsHarraag>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Observations: Harraag]]</ref> One of the results of the experiments is that Aerbax is linked to and "feels" his "Children, especially the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]], [[Bonecrunch]] the prodigal Drudge, [[Harraag]] the prodigal Banderling and [[Bragara, the Chosen One\|Bragara]], the prodigal Mosswart <ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Olthoi Experiment Log]]</ref>, thereby creating a new Quiddity, one very similar to the Quiddity of the Virindi that Aerbax had separated himself from. This Quiddity is an amalgamation of the memories and powers of all the beings that are linked to it. It is a shared consciousness, the perfect apotheosis of all the spirit-walking, mind-sharing rituals that the [[Tumerok]] tapped into so primitively and incompletely. And this Quiddity is made entirely of beings created and more or less controlled by Aerbax's own will.<ref name=RheagaJournal>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Rheaga's Journal]]</ref>
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	Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and [[Lord Kresovus]] ~~freed by handing him mementos to him being~~ a ~~Lugian~~.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and the real [[Lord Kresovus]] was rescued from the tunnels below the fortress city of Linvak Tukal. Balor's pelt was found below the city, but the fate of the beast was still a mystery. <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

	The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Hunter Quest (Cragstone Drudges)#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in Aerbax'experiments, <ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> These experiments were not meant to create a leader of the altered creatures, but a champion destroyer of its forces.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Experiment Log]]</ref>		The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Hunter Quest (Cragstone Drudges)#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in Aerbax'experiments, <ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> These experiments were not meant to create a leader of the altered creatures, but a champion destroyer of its forces.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Experiment Log]]</ref>
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	After a relatively quiet period, the [[Prodigal Harbinger]] was discovered underneath the town of [[Old Yanshi]].<ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Harbinger]]</ref>. [[Ler Rhan]]'s experiments instigated by Aerbax<ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Translated Shadow Artifex Shard]]</ref> resulted in the creation of a Prodigal Shadow Child by the name of [[Kirienne Palacost]].<ref name =PulsatingLump>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Translation of the Pulsating Bony Lump]]</ref><ref name=Scrap>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - Description of [[Scrap of Shadow Essence]]</ref><ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Shadow]]</ref>		After a relatively quiet period, the [[Prodigal Harbinger]] was discovered underneath the town of [[Old Yanshi]].<ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Harbinger]]</ref>. [[Ler Rhan]]'s experiments instigated by Aerbax<ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Translated Shadow Artifex Shard]]</ref> resulted in the creation of a Prodigal Shadow Child by the name of [[Kirienne Palacost]].<ref name =PulsatingLump>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Translation of the Pulsating Bony Lump]]</ref><ref name=Scrap>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - Description of [[Scrap of Shadow Essence]]</ref><ref>2007/09 [[Dark Materials]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Shadow]]</ref>

			[[Claude the Archmage]], the Virindi who was abducted from Ayan, returned to his shop. He had been twisted by Aerbax into his Prodigal Virindi, but Claude acted as if he had never been taken and altered at all. Leopold, the other Virindi of Ayan, was concerned by his companion's change, and sent adventurers on a quest that would take them into the very mind of Claude.<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Delving into Claude's Mind]]</ref>

	An experiment to alter a [[Hea Tumerok]] further<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Letter to Nomea]]</ref> did not have the desired result, since the altered Tumerok kept a mind of his own and had no desire to meet, let alone unite or enslave, his brethren. Nor did he care to wage any kind of war, by arms, sorcery, or guile, against humankind.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tumerok#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Announcements - 2007/11 - Children of the Prodigal Lord#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=RheagaJournal/>		An experiment to alter a [[Hea Tumerok]] further<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Letter to Nomea]]</ref> did not have the desired result, since the altered Tumerok kept a mind of his own and had no desire to meet, let alone unite or enslave, his brethren. Nor did he care to wage any kind of war, by arms, sorcery, or guile, against humankind.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tumerok#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Announcements - 2007/11 - Children of the Prodigal Lord#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=RheagaJournal/>

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	In its earlier days Aerbax was responsible for the Virindi augmentation of many creatures and the creation of new servant beings. Most notable of its creations were the [[Doll]]s and [[Marionette]]s {{Specific Citation Needed}} and the experiments on the [[Tumerok]], resulting in the [[Hea Tumerok]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>.		In its earlier days Aerbax was responsible for the Virindi augmentation of many creatures and the creation of new servant beings. Most notable of its creations were the [[Doll]]s and [[Marionette]]s {{Specific Citation Needed}} and the experiments on the [[Tumerok]], resulting in the [[Hea Tumerok]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>.

	Aerbax ~~was~~ also ~~the creator~~ [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments.		When still part of the [[Directive]], Aerbax also created [[Oolutanga, the Tusker King\|Oolutanga]]<ref name=Destructions/> <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Personal Research Notes: Tuskers]]</ref>, the augmented Tusker, and [[Martine]]<ref>2001/02 - [[Lonely in the World]] - [[Facilitation]]</ref><ref name="A Journal by Martine">2002/02 - [[Fever Dreams]] - [[A Journal by Martine]]</ref><ref name="Pack Martine">2004/11 - [[On Bended Knee]] - Pack Martine</ref> <ref name=Destructions/><ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Failure]]</ref> <ref name=ObservationsSangi>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi]]</ref>. Both experiments escaped and became major characters in Dereth. He might also be responsible for the alteration of [[Harker]]<ref>2003/07 [[Harker's Orders]]</ref>, one of the first [[Simulacrum]] experiments.

	=== Experiments on Caul ===		=== Experiments on Caul ===

	When the [[New Singularity]] was defeated Aerbax found a way to rejoin the [[Quiddity]] without losing its individuality.<ref name=Destructions/> In this role, it was responsible for the shaping of [[Caul]],though it was still secretly persecuting its own goals, amongst it the defeat of the "Light Child", i.e. [[Asheron]]. <ref name=Destructions/><ref name=EnergySource/>		When the [[New Singularity]] was defeated Aerbax found a way to rejoin the [[Quiddity]] without losing its individuality.<ref name=Destructions/> In this role, it was responsible for the shaping of [[Caul]],though it was still secretly persecuting its own goals, amongst it the defeat of the "Light Child", i.e. [[Asheron]]. <ref name=Destructions/><ref name=EnergySource/> It managed to develop an observation system on the Island. <ref>2003/01 [[The Slumbering Giant]] - [[Parallax Auguries]]</ref>

	At some point later, Aerbax discovered an “Energy Source” which it used to augment creatures and Virindi to new strengths, such as the [[Virindi Profatrix]].<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>		At some point later, Aerbax discovered an “Energy Source” which it used to augment creatures and Virindi to new strengths, such as the [[Virindi Profatrix]].<ref name=Destructions/> <ref name=EnergySource/>
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	=== Prodigal Children ===		=== Prodigal Children ===

	After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures.		After the defeat of [[Grael]], Aerbax returned to the story, featured as the major villain in the [[Favored Sons]] story arc. Aerbax hatched a plot to dominate the creatures of Auberean by crafting prodigal versions of several selected different races.<ref name=PackAerbax/> To obtain this goal, it planned to use its new knowledge to create "Prodigal"<ref>2007/10 [[Masked Memories]] - [[Announcements - 2007/10 - Masked Memories#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref> creatures, which would serve as leaders for these selected races.<ref name=ObservationsHarraag>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Observations: Harraag]]</ref> One of the results of the experiments is that Aerbax is linked to and "feels" his "Children, especially the [[Paradox-touched Queen]], [[Bonecrunch]] the prodigal Drudge, [[Harraag]] the prodigal Banderling and [[Bragara]], the prodigal Mosswart. <ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog/>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Olthoi Experiment Log]]</ref>

	The first noticeable activity was the creation of [[Mudmouth]], who was sent to [[Oolutanga]] as an adviser, but who was in truth slowly poisoning and weakening the Tusker King.<ref>2007/07 [[Evolution]] - [[Bobo's Medicine#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Mudmouth fled, and was later discovered in a cave, together with [[Dark Bobo]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tusker]]</ref>		The first noticeable activity was the creation of [[Mudmouth]], who was sent to [[Oolutanga]] as an adviser, but who was in truth slowly poisoning and weakening the Tusker King.<ref>2007/07 [[Evolution]] - [[Bobo's Medicine#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> Mudmouth fled, and was later discovered in a cave, together with [[Dark Bobo]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tusker]]</ref>

	One of its experiments was on a young Olthoi Queen, captured by the [[Tanada]]. <ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Directives]]</ref><ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Tanada House of Water Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> The results of its experiments are the [[Paradox Olthoi]]<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Announcements - 2007/08 - Corrupted Sovereigns#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref> and the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Olthoi]]</ref>		One of its experiments was on a young Olthoi Queen, captured by the [[Tanada]]. <ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Directives]]</ref><ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Tanada House of Water Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> The results of its experiments are the [[Paradox Olthoi]]<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Announcements - 2007/08 - Corrupted Sovereigns#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref> and the [[Paradox-touched Olthoi Queen]].<ref>2007/08 [[Corrupted Sovereigns]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Olthoi]]</ref> As was expected, the altered Queen destroyed the Tanada, and This was one of the experiments Aerbax regarded as a success.<ref name=OlthoiExperimentLog/>

	To obtain subjects for its experiments, sentient beings were kidnapped throughout Dereth. This included a [[Hea Tumerok]], a [[Banderling]], a [[Drudge]], an [[Isparian]] and [[Claude the Archmage]].<ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Missing Persons Investigation]]</ref>		To obtain subjects for its experiments, sentient beings were kidnapped throughout Dereth. This included a [[Hea Tumerok]], a [[Banderling]], a [[Drudge]], an [[Isparian]] and [[Claude the Archmage]].<ref>2007/03 [[Ancient Enemies]] - [[Missing Persons Investigation]]</ref>
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	Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and [[Lord Kresovus]] freed by handing him mementos to him being a Lugian.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		Another of its actions was the establishment of an imposter of [[Lord Kresovus]] in [[Linvak Tukal]]<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Bur Recall Quest#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref> The [[Shadow Kresovus]], the Prodigal Lugian, was discovered and [[Lord Kresovus]] freed by handing him mementos to him being a Lugian.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Lugian#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

	The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Hunter Quest (Cragstone Drudges)#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in experiments.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>		The experimentation on Drudges resulted in a significant higher intelligence and planning<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Drudge Plan]]</ref> capabilities, such as their occupation of the town of [[Cragstone]]<ref>2007/06 [[Evolution]] - [[Announcements - 2007/06 - Evolution#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalTeaser>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref><ref name=ProdigalRollout>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Announcements - 2007/05 - Prodigal Sons#Rollout Article\|Rollout Article]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Hunter Quest (Cragstone Drudges)#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> and the creation of the [[Drudge Fort]], the base of the Prodigal Drudge, [[Bonecrunch]].<ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Drudge]]</ref> The drudges were also holding Monougas captive to be used in Aerbax'experiments, <ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Laboratory#Lore & Dialog]]</ref> These experiments were not meant to create a leader of the altered creatures, but a champion destroyer of its forces.<ref>2007/07 [[Intelligent Designs]] - [[Monouga Experiment Log]]</ref>

	Another result was the creation of [[Harraag]], the Prodigal Banderling.<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling]]</ref> Also the Mosswarts showed an increased degree of organization and besieged the town of [[Kryst]], directed by [[Bragara, the Chosen One]], the Prodigal Mosswart.<ref name=ProdigalTeaser/><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Mosswart Townsfolk Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Mosswart]]</ref>		Another result was the creation of [[Harraag]], the Prodigal Banderling.<ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderling]]</ref><ref name=ObservationsHarraag> Though it seemed the altered Banderling adapted well, the Banderling themselves were highly resistant to following any being perceived as different from or from outside their species, and this included [[Harraag]]. The Banderlings gathered large numbers to drive it off, and [[Harraag]] retreated to a physical cave, and, surprisingly, "ripped a hole into Portalspace*" in which to escape. Because of its unanticipated abilities, Aerbax did not perceive this experiment as a total failure, but decided to leave Harraag for now. <ref name=ObservationsHarraag/><ref>2007/04 [[Strange Sightings]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Banderlin#Lore & Dialog]]</ref>

			Also the Mosswarts showed an increased degree of organization and besieged the town of [[Kryst]], directed by [[Bragara, the Chosen One]], the Prodigal Mosswart.<ref name=ProdigalTeaser/><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Mosswart Townsfolk Kill Task#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/05 [[Prodigal Sons]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Mosswart]]</ref>

	An experiment to alter a [[Hea Tumerok]] further<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Letter to Nomea]]</ref> did not have the desired result, since the altered Tumerok kept a mind of his own and had no desire to meet, let alone unite or enslave, his brethren. Nor did he care to wage any kind of war, by arms, sorcery, or guile, against humankind.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tumerok#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Announcements - 2007/11 - Children of the Prodigal Lord#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>		An experiment to alter a [[Hea Tumerok]] further<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Letter to Nomea]]</ref> did not have the desired result, since the altered Tumerok kept a mind of his own and had no desire to meet, let alone unite or enslave, his brethren. Nor did he care to wage any kind of war, by arms, sorcery, or guile, against humankind.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Tumerok#Lore & Dialog]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Announcements - 2007/11 - Children of the Prodigal Lord#Teaser\|Teaser]]</ref>
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	Another of its actions was the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref>		Another of its actions was the alteration of Lugians into Shadow [[Lugian]]s <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Hidden Note]]</ref> and therefore, indirectly, the kidnapping of [[Balor]].<ref>2005/02 [[Infiltration]] - [[Coda]]</ref>

	The experiments on the kidnapped human, [[Dojiro Sangi]], performed by [[Demerax the Sculptor]] in the [[Hidden Laboratory]], could not be finished before being interrupted. <ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[12/06/07 - Leafcull - Prodigal Human Investigation]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Human]]</ref>		Aerbax had high hopes for the alteration of the Human, and thought this one to be the most promising of his Children.<ref name=ObservationsSangi/> The experiments on the kidnapped human, [[Dojiro Sangi]], performed by [[Demerax the Sculptor]] in the [[Hidden Laboratory]], could not be finished before being interrupted, and the subject itself was resisting and kept a will of his own.<ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[12/06/07 - Leafcull - Prodigal Human Investigation]]</ref><ref>2007/11 [[Children of the Prodigal Lord]] - [[Aerbax's Prodigal Human]]</ref><ref name=ObservationsSangi/>

	=== Quiddity Seeds ===		=== Quiddity Seeds ===
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	\| Harker's Orders		\| Harker's Orders
	\| Inner Sea Directive		\| Inner Sea Directive
	~~\| Instructions (Monouga Feeding Pit)~~
	~~\| Letter to Nomea~~
	\| Monouga Experiment Log		\| Monouga Experiment Log
	\| Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi		\| Observations and Instructions: Dojiro Sangi
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	* [[Knorr Quiddity Seed Quest]]		* [[Knorr Quiddity Seed Quest]]
	* [[Power Forges]]		* [[Power Forges]]
			* [[Singularity Recall]]


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	=== Locations ===		=== Locations ===
			* [[Aerbax's Antechamber]]
	* [[Aerbax's Citadel (POI)]]		* [[Aerbax's Citadel (POI)]]
	* [[Aerbax's Holding]]		* [[Aerbax's Holding]]
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	\| Pack Aerbax		\| Pack Aerbax
	\| Aerbax's Defeat		\| Aerbax's Defeat
			\| Aerbax Mask Shard
	\| Bracelet of Dark Essence		\| Bracelet of Dark Essence
	\| Orb of Clarity		\| Orb of Clarity