Lodun, also known as The Prince of Fire, is the executioner of Duviri who feels rage over his royalty holding no real authority. He is the courtier and the Orowyrm boss of the Anger Spiral.
When not the featured courtier of the current Spiral, he can be found in Upperhaven, the northwestern-most town in the plains.
General[]
Lodun's title of 'The Prince of Fire' is, in fact, a sarcastic insult, as he possesses no real authority beyond his executions. He believes himself to be the rightful King of Duviri, but due to the complications of his ancestry,[1] was supplanted by Dominus Thrax. As consolation, Lodun instead received the position as Thrax's personal executioner.
Some of Duviri's citizens believe Lodun should be the one on the throne,[1] however, they are quickly hunted down by the Dax and sentenced to death.[2]
Additionally, Dominus Thrax seems to dislike Lodun, and based on his claims, will often attempt to sabotage Lodun from proving his lineage by confiscating and hiding his royal regalia,[3] hiding or burning the succession scrolls,[4] and sending squads of Dax after him.[5] The feelings are mutual, as Lodun is also quite frustrated over Thrax's neglect of his duties over Duviri. Thus, it is possible that Lodun acts out of genuine care to provide order to the kingdom, but falls short due to his uncontrollable temper getting in the way.
When not the featured courtier, Lodun can be found in front of his home, and appears to be burning a pile of books.
Lore & History[]
Tales of Duviri - The Prince of Fire[]
- Main article: Tales of Duviri
Lodun, along with the rest of Duviri, was originally created as a storybook character in the "Tales of Duviri" book, written by Euleria Entrati. He was written as an example of what happens when one fails to master themselves and their anger, and as a result, is consumed by it.
Lodun of Duviri, was nicknamed 'the Prince of Fire', which was a mocking title, for he ruled over nothing, least of all himself. The smallest of things could spark his anger. He drove people away with his anger and lashed out at friends and foes alike, and it became a weight in his chest until it made him an enemy to even himself. He eventually realized that the source of his anger was his own shortcomings, and unable to contain it, he was consumed by it.
Lost Islands of Duviri[]
When the Hollow Children appeared on the island of Academe, Thrax ordered Lodun to destroy the island, but when he arrived there, he found it had broken free from the rest of the islands on its own. Thrax didn't give Lodun the order to pursue the island.
Trivia[]
- The executioner and the Orowyrm were originally separate characters in The Duviri Paradox teaser demo during TennoCon 2022. The executioner was named Lequos, and speaks in a much calmer tone, while Lodun is the Orowyrm sent by Dominus Thrax to hunt down the Drifter.
- During the demo, the executioner wields what appears to be a dagger made from Void energy. Said dagger was never used in the final game.
- Since the name Lodun was originally used for the Orowyrm, he may have been named after Ladon, a dragon in Greek mythology.
- His name appears in the title of a Decree, Lodun's Rage.
- The wall behind Lodun is full of cracks and craters, presumably caused by him striking or punching it in anger.
- During the Anger Spiral, Lodun can be seen wearing the Vexage Coronet during his transmissions. The same fiery crown can be seen on Lodun's Orowyrm form during The Duviri Paradox quest. The same Coronet can be purchased from the Market and applied to the player's Kaithe.
- Both Lodun and Mathila imply that transforming into an Orowyrm may not be voluntary; instead, it happens when a courtier gets overwhelmed by their respective emotions.[2]
- One of Lodun's lines for the "Defeat
Kullervo" Spiral stage is a reference to Mortal Kombat.[5]
Gallery[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "A legion of FARTY LITTLE ANCESTOR PHANTASMS is attempting to deny me my birthright. Some nonsense about ineligible bloodlines. Purge them!" - Lodun
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Next time, I'll stay in control. Keep out of Wyrm form. Dethrone that little bastard!" - Spoken by Lodun
- ↑ "I'm sure that simpering homunculus thought scattering my royal effects would put a stop to my ambitions. Oh no. Not when I have you to find them for me." - Lodun
- ↑ "Wait. You're near where the succession scrolls are hidden. If that wretched Imp hasn't burned them all, that is. What are you waiting for? Find them!" - Lodun
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Like knows like. This Kullervo has more spirit than any lickspittle calling itself a Dax. But it will destroy him, if not tamped. Measured. Provide his righteous rage the dignity it deserves, in martial combat!" - Spoken by Lodun
