Baron Corvane
The Iron Baron hunts Deathless rumors, builds Karsmoor, and is unmade by peace.
Rising from the north as a successor to fill the vacuum left by the Deathless, the Iron Baron commands men distinguished by their grey sashes. He dedicates his resources to collecting ancient war-relics and soldiers, channeling them into the construction of a massive fortress-temple at Karsmoor. His ambitions are driven by an open hunt for the rumor that the Deathless survived in Book 6, seeking either legitimacy or the crown itself.
- Title
- The Iron Baron
- Location
- Karsmoor (Fortress-Temple)
- Follower Marking
- Grey Sashes
- Primary Goal
- Hunt Deathless Rumors / Seek Crown
- Key Resource
- War-Relics and Soldiers
- Book 12 Fate
- Unmade as a Tyrant
Lore & Background
The Baron's legacy is defined by his attempt to seize power in the absence of the Deathless, utilizing a collection of soldiers and artifacts to cement his rule at Karsmoor. While he aggressively pursued the truth behind the survival rumors found in Book 6, his ultimate defeat did not come through violence.
Did You Know?
- His men are uniquely identified by wearing grey sashes.
- He specifically collected old war-relics to build his fortress-temple.
- In Book 12, he was unmade because he was denied the war he needed.
- His arrival in Book 12 resulted in him being seated and fed rather than slain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What distinguishes the Baron's soldiers?
They wear grey sashes.
Where is the Baron building his fortress-temple?
At Karsmoor, using collected war-relics and soldiers.
Why does the Baron hunt for the Deathless?
He seeks legitimacy or the crown itself based on rumors of their survival in Book 6.
How was the Iron Baron defeated in Book 12?
He was not slain; he was unmade as a tyrant by being seated, fed, and denied war.