The folks at The Chronicles of Spellborn have posted a new dev journal which examines the history behind Aryones Ithkari, one of the game's villains.

“The First Light of Heaven… that was his name…”
Aryones was the ultimate hero for the Enclave. His powers and strength were unmatched and everyone loved him. And even though there were whole hordes of followers that went everywhere he did, Aryones remained himself. He was not arrogant, but kind and just. He was not vengeful but just and righteous. That was until the day his soul was corrupted and twisted by an evil the likes of which the Enclave had never seen before.

As Aryones Ithkari was born into the higher ranks of House Torque, everything in his life was a joyous occasion. Blessed by striking good looks, yet he was also born with innate skills of battle and had a keen and intelligent mind. His kind eyes drew in any if not all that came in contact with him. And more importantly, they all stayed loyal to him because of his kind heart. His childhood was laid out before him like a path of roses; all he had to do was walk over them in a perfect straight line.

When the thawing of Carnyx resulted in the release of the brutish bird like creatures known as the Vhuul, the Enclave had no clue as to what to do. Ithkari, champion of House Torque and hero to all citizens stepped forward and asked if he would be allowed to lead a campaign to rid Carnyx of the Vhuul. The Enclave applauded his valour and bravery and sent a large contingent of men under command of Aryones Ithkari and his followers.

Read more here.