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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Alzrius" data-source="post: 9834020" data-attributes="member: 8461">I'll politely disagree, there. I found that Lord Soth's characterization in Knight of the Black Rose expanded on his character without changing the basic nature of it, which was refreshing; all too often, taking a supporting villain and making them the protagonist of their own story takes a redemptive turn. This one didn't, and I appreciated it for that, as it instead leaned in to how Soth's greatest strength was also his worst failing, which is a quality I enjoy.By that same token, I'd also recommend King of the Dead, also from the Ravenloft line. The story of Azalin is an excellent one, where the main character's hubris is entirely justified, but which is still no excuse for his moral failings. Leaving aside the minor issue of when he got his curse of being unable to learn new spells (i.e. it should be when he becomes lord of Darkon, and not before), it's a story with which I have very few complaints, and which showcases a captivating tale of how inner strength can (like anything else) become a bad thing.</blockquote>