Altanak
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| Race | Insect Beast |
| Birthplace | Duskmourn |
| Lifetime | Omenpath Era |
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Altanak is a creature on Duskmourn that is summoned by saying its name three times.
Description
Altanak is a massive insectoid beast with giant claws, a glowing chitinous head, and large, wicked mandibles.[1][2]
History
Altanak is a human-insect fusion that Valgavoth created early on during the House's expansion as he experimented with his increasing powers. Its name is derived from the sounds it made during its creation, which some survivors believe to have been its attempt to cast a spell capable of killing Valgavoth. Because of this, many try to recreate the spell, using the syllables of Altanak's name as a starting point. The problem with that is that Altanak is tormented by the sound of its name. Hearing its name reminds it of the agony it went through in Valgavoth's hands. In a cruel twist of fate, Altanak also has the keenest sense of hearing out of any entity on Duskmourn, making it capable of hearing its name even when spoken in whispers. Survivors who invoke his name once too often find themselves hunted down and killed as Altanak desperately tries to suppress the painful memories of its origins.[3]
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References
- ↑ Say Its Name
- ↑ Altanak, the Thrice-Called
- ↑ Emily Teng (September 19, 2024). "The Legends of Duskmourn: House of Horror". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
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