Phobos
Quick Reference
Race Progenitor Alias Smoke Companion Naya (Soul Eater) Status Neutral/Helpful
Biography
Phobos, also called “Smoke,” is a Progenitor who specializes in ethereal and spatial magic. He moves by phasing in and out of ethereal space, appearing to drift like smoke or air. He rescued Elric from the Battle of Wills with Pyre, recognizing that Elric was inexperienced.
He shares a magical bond with Naya, his companion and bodyguard, through matching progenitor seal tattoos that allow power transference—he gains ethereal abilities from her while she gains physical strength from him.
Appearance & Personality
Phobos is flighty and hard to pin down, both literally and figuratively. He phases constantly between locations, never staying in one place. He seems amused by the younger Progenitors but willing to help those he finds interesting.
Allegiances & Relationships
Campaign Chronicle
Session 10: The Gathering
Observed the Battle of Wills between Elric, Pyre, and Nirek. Sent Naya to rescue Elric when he was losing. Explained the Progenitor gathering and warned Elric about Pyre.
Session 11: Breach and the Arrogance of Man
Appeared as an illusion before Ikaran in Undermountain, taunting him about being “stretched too thin” and sending threats about “young pups” putting him down. Revealed that an ally had already infiltrated the mountain. Ikaran ordered Elric to assassinate Phobos, citing him as a political threat who is probing for weaknesses. Currently in Baldur’s Gate.
DM Notes
- Ethereal phasing movement
- Power transference tattoo with Naya
- Session 11 SHIFT: Now antagonist - assassination target
- Probing Ikaran’s defenses; preparing to move against him
- Associate: Dorian_Gray (death-cursed Lich)
- Location: Baldur’s Gate