Jabberwack

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Jabberwack

The Jabberwacks are an enigmatic order of Knights who spread chaos wherever they go. With an excellent understanding of Chaos Magic, they are incredibly unpredictable foes, casting spells that change so frequently that even the caster is unaware. Because of this complete focus over chaos magic, they do not know the result of their casting but as a result the spells they do cast are incredibly potent. Their innate madness though means that they do not need Manabloom to sustain their casting. In terms of raw strength the Jabberwack might be lacking compared to most Oathsworn, but their magical potential is the highest. Direct eye contact with a Jabberwack would project horrific and euphoric visions directly into the mind.

Every day, the behavior and personality of a Jabberwack appear to be determined by a dice roll. One day they may be so maniac that they are unable to speak or rationalize a coherent thought, or they may be so eloquent as to rival an excellent orator. This behavior makes them unsuitable for teamwork because consistency is impossible. Jester-like outfits are common among Jabberwacks, as they embody how life is in fact one giant comedy routine.

Oathbreaking Acts

  • Decisions must be made on a whim, not the right one nor the wrong one but the choice that would lead to the funniest outcome
  • Denying people their freedom of choice, the Jabberwack must always honor their word once given.

Tribulations

THE IMPULSES: Jabberwacks have difficulties resisting impulses and intrusive thoughts, which they obviously have in abundance, and might lash out or scream much akin to Tourette Syndrome

RIDDLE ME THIS: They cannot answer questions directly and answer in wayward riddles and poetry. There is a method to the madness however and some individuals might be able to understand them after some time.

FUN ABOVE ALL: Orders and instructions are extremely difficult to follow if they are dull. If one is to employ a Jabberwack for whatever reason, they must twist it into an amusing activity.

Curiosities

  • Despite the fact that these Oathsworn are regarded as clinically insane, they all appear to have the same objective of searching for the tomes of Curiosity, which are journals and diaries written by The Unfamiliar herself and contain the secrets of ascending to godhood.
  • Madness is a common affliction of seasoned knights who have mentally broken down. These knights are extremely susceptible to Curiosity's temptations
  • Jabberwacks are splintered into many factions; they are constantly switching sides and could not agree on a single thing for too long. It is not uncommon to see them fighting one another