The Empire is decaying from within. With a merciless Inquisition having brought great misery to all the human lands, rebellion is near at hand. Nonetheless, a number of self-proclaimed rulers are ...

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Enormous creatures of living stone, gargoyles are nearly impervious to ordinary bladed weapons. Accordingly, they strike fear into many enemies who know from experience their ability to wreak havoc.