The Scourge

Immaculate - Immaculate — An Immaculate, a type of **Scourge**

The Scourge are a type of NPC and enemy in Outward. Most Scourge are unintelligable and aggressive, though some Immaculates are capable of language and self-reflection, such as the Friendly Immaculate.

History[ | ]

“	About a century ago, a violent magical explosion tore apart one of the mountain regions of Aurai, carving a massive canyon into the earth and soaking the region in Corruption. From that canyon emerged a horde of monstrous creatures that rampaged across all of Aurai. The canyon became known as the Gates of Catharsis, and the creatures that still pour from its mouth are known as the Beasts of the Scourge. Although the initial surge was beaten back by the Holy Mission of Elatt, and protective measures have been put in place in populated regions, these raging monsters still plague Aurai, viciously attacking anything they lay eyes on, with an especially large hatred of those to pledge their loyalty to Elatt. The Crystal Vigil Pylons that protect the settled regions of Aurai keep them largely free of the Scourge, but the beasts will still find their way in and cause havok from time to time. The original Tramontane tribes, being closest to the canyon, bear the heavy burden of needing to guard the entrances to the canyon and keep as many of the Scourge as possible trapped inside.	„
	~ Aegix Drakan (Writer, Nine Dots)

Quests[ | ]

The Scourge are an important part of the plot of Outward and are the focus of several quests. In particular, the Sorobor Academy quest-line focuses heavily on understanding more about the Scourge, especially Immaculates. The Holy Mission quests also deal with the threat of the Scourge, though more focused on Elatt's role in the matter. The quest Truth and Purpose explores the origin of the Scourge and Elatt's subsequent ascension.