I am Malador the Mystic, for I discovered the Magical Arts,
I am Malador the Undying, for I conquered Death,
I am Malador the Golden Mask, for I have achieved Perfection,
I am Malador the Maleficent, for my Darkness will Rule All!Name: Malador the Mystic
PL: 13
PP: 230
Abilities: 12
STR: 10 (+0), DEX: 12 (+1), CON: NA, INT: 22/18 (+6/+4), WIS: 24/20 (+7/+5), CHA: 16/12 (+3/+1)
Skills: 17
Concentration: 12 (+19)
Intimidate: 8 (+11)
Knowledge (Arcane Lore): 14 (+20)
Knowledge (History): 9 (+15)
Knowledge (Theology and Philosophy): 10 (+16)
Language: 1 (Atlantain)
Notice: 6 (+13)
Search: 4 (+10)
Sense Motive: 4 (+11)
Feats: 5
Accurate Attack
All-out Attack
Eidetic Memory
Power Attack
Ritualist
Powers: 139
Undead Existence
Immunity (Fortitude), Rank 30
Protection (Impervious), Rank 4Device (Hard to Lose, Restricted to Malador), Rank 8
Golden Mask of the Master Mage
Protection (Impervious), Rank 8
Enhanced Intelligence, Rank 4
Enhanced Wisdom, Rank 4
Enhanced Charisma, Rank 4
Mind Shield, Rank 5
Darkvision, Rank 2
Immunity (Taint), Rank 5Mystical Senses (Detect Magic: Ranged, Free Action, Acute, Extended), Rank 5
Flight, Rank 5
Fell Magic Array
Might of Malador (Necromantic Blast), Rank 16 (Base Power)
Mists of Malador (Obscure: All Senses), Rank 8 (Alternate Power)
Miasma of Malador (Blast: Cloud, Linked; Visual Dazzle: Cloud, Linked), Rank 5 (Alternate Power)
Malevolent Minion of Malador (Animate Dead: Fanatical, Horde, Mental Link, Sacrifice, Progression 6), Rank 6 (Alternate Power)
Malador’s Grasping Dead (Snare: Burst), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
Malador’s Enfeeblement (Drain Strength: Ranged), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)
Black Plague of the Malevolent (Drain Constitution: Contagious, Poison), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
Overwhelming Awe of Malador (Emotion Control: Fear Only, Burst), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)
Seven League Step (Teleport: Accurate, Easy, Change Velocity), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
The Golden Mask’s Wicked Slaves (Summon Demons: Broad Type, Horde, Progression 2), Rank 6 (Alternate Power)
The Mystic One’s Illusion (All Senses, Phantasms, Progression 2), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
Burning Vengeance of the Maleficent Lord (Hellfire Control: Shapeable Area, Affects Insubstantial), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
Magic Eyes of Malador (ESP: All Senses), Rank 8 (Alternate Power)
The Golden Mask’s Might (Telekinesis), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)
Malador’s Unbridled Hate (Disintegration: Tiring), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
The Maleficent Lord’s Spectral Blast (Mental Blast: Full Action), Rank 10 (Alternate Power)
Soul Swap (Mind Switch), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)
Malador’s Judication (Nullify Magic), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)
Works of the Mystic (Create Object: Stationary, Tether), Rank 15 (Alternate Power)
Mastery of Taint (Taint Control), Rank 16 (Alternate Power)*
Equipment: 0
Combat: 40
Attack: +10, Defense: +10 (+5 flat-footed), Init: +1
Dmg: +0 Unarmed, +16 Fell Magic
Saves: 21
Toughness: +16 (+4 Base, +4 Protection, +8 Golden Mask), Fortitude: Immunity, Reflex: +9 (+1 Mod. +8 Base), Will: +16 (+7 Mod. +9 Base)
Drawbacks: -4
Arrogance:
Malador is supremely arrogant, to the point where it is part of his being. When faced with a Taunt or Trick that plays on his ego, the DC to resist is 1.5 times normal. Also, Malador is given to displays of melodramatics. In situations when his power is questioned, Malador must make a Will Save (20 + circumstantial modifiers), or do anything he can to prove his superiority. Examples of this occurring include a minion questioning Malador’s orders and incinerating the fool, or having the heroes in his clutches and delivering a monologue instead of killing them.Total CostAbilities 12 + Skills 17 (68 ranks) + Feats 5 + Powers 139 + Combat 40 + Saves 21 – Drawbacks 4 = 230/230
Trade Offs-3 Attack/+3 Damage
-3 Defense/+3 Toughness
Character InfoReal Name: Malador
Identity: Most do not know of Malador’s existence
Gender: Male
Age: Lost to Time
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 165
Hair: White
Eyes: Glowing Blue
Occupation: Mystic
Bio: Early mystic history denotes Atlantis as being the first to coin the title, ‘Master Mage.’ Predating all other magical orders, save possibly the Elemental Circle, the Master Mage’s responsibility first was simply supreme magical authority and teacher of Atlantis, and was more of an honor that was bestowed on someone than an office. As time went on, the increasing importance of magic and its part in the political arena caused the Master Mage to change from an academic office to a more active roll in Atlantain culture. Now he was responsible for overseeing and organizing all mystics sworn to Atlantis, and to protect the homeland from all supernatural threats. As Atlantain influence spread, the Master Mage grew to encompass more and more of the world, and eventually, the title official became, ‘Earth’s Master Mage.’ After the sinking of Atlantis, and with it the disappearance or death of the current Master Mage and most candidates, the title and responsibilities of the Master Mage nearly died out. Several members of the magical community proclaimed themselves to be the new Master Mage, causing infighting and chaos. Harmony was soon restored to the magical community by the common efforts of several Mystical Orders, such as the Counsel of the Seal and the Elemental Circle. Eventually, the Master Mage was largely ignored or forgotten, a past relict invoked by those still sentimental over Atlantis’s fall. However, the true Master Mage, chosen and guided by the spirits of Atlantis, re-emerged years later, when the Dark Tribunal threatened earth. After helping to defeat the Demon Lords, the Master Mage’s title and office were restored. Now, the current Master Mage works with the other Magical Offices and Councils, working together to protect the world from all mystical threats.
The title has had the honor of having several prestigious bearers, such as Sirrion, the Scarlet Sorcerer, Ios the Seer, and Merlin the Magician. But its history has also been stained by those that have betrayed their duties, the darkest and most famed of these being Malador, the Mystic.
During the golden age of Atlantis, Malador was the prize student of Lord Sirrion, the Master Mage. Ambitious, intelligent, and of course, talented in the Arcane Arts, Malador’s skill caused him to skyrocket though the ranks of Atlantis’s mystics. But no matter what he accomplished, Malador always found himself being placed second to Sirrion. Were not his talents enough to warrant him credit where it was due? Tired of living in the shadow of his mentor, Malador hatched a plan.
When Sirrion was supposed to attend the Gathering of King’s Mystics, Malador offered to go in his stead, representing him. After all, it was just a silly banquet and Sirrion was busy man. Seeing the truth in his apprentice’s words and wanting to continue his research, Sirrion agreed. Malador arrived at the gathering, and when members of the Court questioned this decision, Malador explained that Sirrion was not able to attend due to personal reasons and then dazzled everyone with a display of magic.
And so the pattern continued. Soon, Sirrion was making no public appearances, and Malador was filling in on all of his responsibilities. Sirrion, already considered mysterious, garnered a reputation as a hermit. Eventually, a powerful mystic and rival of the Scarlet Sorcerer demanded to duel the Master Mage for his title. To everyone’s surprise, it was Malador who answered the challenge. He explained that Sirrion was feeling a little under the weather and had sent him in his stead. Insulted, the challenger attacked Malador, and to everyone’s further surprise, the younger man made quick work of him.
After that incident, Sirrion and Malador were forcibly summoned by the King of Atlantis. He felt that Sirrion was neglecting his duties as Master Mage, and if his research was so demanding, then perhaps it was time to give his office to another. After all, Malador had proved himself to be more than capable of completing the job. Without reluctance or hesitation, Sirrion agreed, presenting Malador with a magical golden mask. It was a symbol of Malador’s accomplishments and perfection of the magical arts, and he hoped that it would become a badge of office for the Master Mage. And with that, he ascended into the heavens, becoming the Starry Visitor, and Malador ascended to the rank of Master Mage, becoming the most renowned mystic alive. His plan was a success.
However, it still was not enough. Even after his ascension, Malador could still hear people whispering behind his back. In their eyes, Malador was nothing more than a pale imitation of Sirrion; his shadow! No matter what he did, no matter what he accomplished, Sirrion was still there, mocking him! Well, if the world wanted to keep him in his former Master’s shadow, then Malador would just have to do something no other Master Mage had ever attempted.
His pride and power-lust blinding him, Malador attempted to call upon the powers from the Blackness Beyond. Beseeching them, Malador struck a pack, gaining their dark aid and power in exchange for all the souls on Earth.
Malador created a gateway to the Blackness Beyond, and unleashed a nightmare upon the world he had sworn to protect. The mages of Atlantis and the brave warriors of earth united to fight him, but Malador’s dark army seemed insurmountable and limitless. Just as Malador began the ritual that would open a gateway powerful enough for his dark patrons, the Princes of the Blackness Beyond, to enter the earth, a red star in the heavens blazed bright and flew down to earth. Sirrion had returned!
With the appearance of the Scarlet Sorcerer, the armies of Earth redoubled their efforts, and eventually, the battle was brought to Malador himself. To all’s amazement, it seemed that Sirrion and the Fallen Master Mage where evenly matched. However, with the help from Atlantis’s mages, Sirrion was able to defeat Malador and close the Dark Gateway for good.
The dark power Malador acquired from the Blackness Beyond made him near impossible to kill, so Sirrion and Atlantis’s mages were able to seal his soul away inside his golden mask, the key to the power he gained from the Blackness Beyond. The mask was then sealed away inside a mystical tomb, hidden away from the rest of the world. Sirrion charge the mages that had aided him with guarding the tomb, naming them the Counsel of the Seal, and then he departed once again the stars, vowing to return only when the Counsel had failed in their duty.
In all irony, Malador had the last laugh. Not only would he forever more be remembered as the darkest and most terrible mystic alive, but with his dying breath, Malador cursed Atlantis. By the end of the year, the beginnings of the Great Disaster that would lead to it’s sinking would commence.
Though sealed away, Malador’s name lives on, and his secrets and teachings have been passed along secretly. Many dark circles of mystics swear fidelity to him, and search for a way to release their wicked Master. However, they work even more fervently know than ever, as Felix Faust, self-proclaimed Mystic of Taint and Dark Lord of the Tainted Realm, has risen to fame, leading many to believe that he is the greatest Mystic that has ever lived. This insult cannot go unpunished, and now they work not only to free their master, but also to bring down Faust’s empire.
Notes
Behold, Malador the Mystic, the terrible Fallen Mage of Atlantis and first to betray his oaths as Master Mage. This build was influenced by the Mutants and Masterminds character of the same name, found in the
Freedom City and
Book of Magic sourcebooks. However, his story and powers have been changed to fit my campaign.
Malador the Mystic has a power of my own invention, Taint Control.
Taint ControlEffect: General
Ranged: Perception
Action: Standard
Duration: Sustained
Cost: 2 Points per rank
You can control the Taint in an area, reducing or raising it by 1 each turn until it reaches your total rank in this power. You can affect an area of up to a 5 foot radius per rank in this power. Any subjects in the area that are tainted must make fortitude saves or have their own taint suppressed or raised one rank each turn. Their taint cannot be raised or lowered by more than half their original level. All taint level return to normal at a rate of 1 per round if a subject moves out of the area or you stop sustaining this power.
Oh well, you win some, you loose some.
