Enoch, The Wanderer
Quick Reference
Race Progenitor Class Unknown Status Alive (mentally altered) Affiliation Ikaran Location Undermountain
Description
Enoch appears as an armored warrior with a flaming jack-o’-lantern for a head—the visage of a carved pumpkin wreathed in smoldering orange fire. The flames flicker but never seem to consume the gourd, creating an eerie yet somehow cheerful appearance. He moves with the confidence of an ancient warrior despite his unusual demeanor, fully geared for combat in ancient Progenitor armor.
Personality
- Inexplicably cheerful: Enthusiastic and warm despite the grim circumstances
- Eager to serve: Follows orders with genuine enthusiasm
- Brotherly affection: Immediately accepts fellow Progenitors as family
- Uncomplicated loyalty: Demonstrates none of the scheming common to other Progenitors
Background
Enoch was destined to become the next Witch King—one of the most powerful and feared positions among Progenitors. However, Elric’s father placed a magical seal on his mind, restructuring his entire personality and locking away whatever dark power or destiny he originally possessed. Without his kingdom (long since fallen) and with his memories altered, Enoch now wanders the world as one of the “Wandering Ones”—homeless Progenitors whose domains have been destroyed.
The seal within his mind was placed by Varrakis—Elric’s father—for reasons unknown. Ikaran trusts him enough to assign him to defend Undermountain, suggesting the mental conditioning is stable.
Role in Story
Enoch represents a potentially tragic figure—a Progenitor whose terrifying destiny was overwritten against his will. He serves as a reliable ally while also raising questions about the ethics of mental manipulation among Progenitors.
Known Information
- Was prophesied to become the Witch King
- Mind was sealed/restructured by Varrakis
- Part of the “Wandering Ones” (kingdom-less Progenitors)
- Ikaran considers most Wanderers “unstable” but trusts Enoch
- Assigned to defend floors 1-7 of Undermountain
Relationships
| Character | Relationship |
|---|---|
| Ikaran | Commander |
| Elric | Fellow Progenitor (“brother”) |
| Varrakis | The one who sealed his mind |
Appearances
- Session_011_Breach_2026-02-02 - Introduced; assigned to defend Undermountain; cheerfully greeted Elric
DM Notes
Secret Information
- What was sealed? Unknown dark power or prophetic destiny
- Witch King: Title implies necromantic or shadow powers
- The Seal: Could it be broken? What would happen?
- Father’s Decision: Why did Varrakis alter his mind?
- Unstable Wanderers: Enoch is unique—what makes other Wanderers “unstable”?
Quotes
“Greetings, brother! Damn nice to see you. The two of us are in the fight together, I see.”
“I am Enoch, the Wanderer. I wander around the world bringing the word of the Progenitors to everyone, helping them see the light.”