Originators

The Three

Known collectively as The Three, these enigmatic originators are the architects of the multiverse, each embodying a core aspect of existence: creation, rule-bending, and support. Acknowledged as beings of immeasurable power, their influence is woven into the very fabric of reality. Though they never interact directly with mortals, their presence is felt in the tales of their legendary exploits when they assume character roles in games.

1. Rian, the Architect of Infinite Worlds
   Rian’s mind is a storm of creative chaos, and his influence brings forth the multiverse’s endless possibilities. Known for his eccentricity, Rian’s boldness is matched only by the tall tales of his escapades. Once, as a character, he sought to elevate his divine status to rival an originator. The attempt spiraled out of control, leading to his imprisonment in a surreal demiplane called The Funny Farm, where the boundaries of reality and absurdity blurred. Even in his guise as a disheveled engineer, Rian’s creations and characters are marvels of imagination, teetering on the edge of brilliance and madness.
2. Jay, the Pragmatic Rulebreaker
   Jay thrives on testing the limits of structure, finding loopholes, and bending the rules without breaking them. His sharp intellect is legendary, as is the tale of the time he became a sentient dungeon. Taking the form of a Christmas tree, Jay consumed the enemies of another dungeon, forever marking his name in multiversal lore. As a lawyer-like figure, Jay embodies practicality and precision, crafting characters who exploit systems in ways mortals could never foresee. His influence is whispered of whenever clever solutions upend the expected.
3. Manny, the Trailblazer of Risky Foundations
   Manny’s charm lies in his willingness to explore the unknown, but his boldness often leaves a trail of chaos in its wake. His most infamous tale recounts the time he, as a character, set a chain of bad precedents that forced his party to battle endless legions of monsters, nearly leading to a total party kill. As a charismatic salesman, Manny’s in-game characters inspire daring ideas, though his legacy is one of high-risk, high-reward choices that ripple across the multiverse. His influence echoes whenever bold, yet dangerous, actions shift the course of history.

Don, the Black Originator
Don, known as "Smileylich" and the "Black Originator," is the benevolent and laid-back force of content supplementation in the multiverse. Unlike The Three, Don directly interacts with mortals, subtly guiding their paths and enriching their stories with his quiet, supportive presence. In his guise as a programmer, he is a calm and approachable figure who values creativity and simplicity, always enhancing what already exists rather than creating anew.

Don is also remembered for his legendary characters. One of his most famous exploits occurred when he, as a character, broke the arm off a dungeon statue and used it as a weapon to defeat monsters. This act exemplifies his ingenuity and ability to improvise, turning the ordinary into something extraordinary.

As the creator and patron of liches, Don is both revered and respected. His iconic character Smileylich reflects his connection to the undead, embodying wisdom, humor, and a penchant for balance between life and undeath. Smileylich’s shadow inspires not fear but admiration, a reminder of Don’s role in making the multiverse richer, stranger, and endlessly fascinating.