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Dassem Ultor: Malazan Character Analysis

Race: Human (Dal Honese)

Transcendent: Ascendant

Sex: Male

Faction: Malazan Empire / High House Death

Rating: 7.6

Alignment: Lawful Neutral

Arena Status: Active (S2)

Dassem Ultor, also known under the alias "Traveller," is one of the most formidable and tragic figures in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series. Originally a Dal Honese sword fighter, Dassem rose to become the First Sword of the Malazan Empire and the supreme commander of its military forces. He was responsible for developing much of the Empire's tactical doctrine, instilling a culture that allowed soldiers to argue and think independently. This leadership style helped forge the Malazan Army into what many consider the most effective fighting force the world had ever seen.

Dasem Ultor or Traveller from the Malazan Book of the Fallen Series
Dassem Ultor, First Sword of the Malazan Empire

Feared by enemies and revered by his troops, Dassem was known for leading from the front in every battle. His charisma and prowess made him a beloved icon among soldiers; they jostled for the chance to fight by his side. However, such popularity also earned him enemies within the upper echelons of Malazan leadership. He was not only a commander but a swordsman of legendary ability, reportedly equaled only by a handful of others, such as Skinner of the Crimson Guard. According to Dujek Onearm, even Whiskeyjack could not match Dassem in their sparring bouts.

Physically, Dassem is a man of dusky complexion with tightly curled black hair flecked with gray, deep blue eyes, and a face marked by intersecting scars. His bearing often gives him an aura of height beyond his average stature. Despite his martial accomplishments, Dassem remains a man capable of gentleness, haunted by tragedy and driven by a relentless internal struggle.

What is Dassem Ultor's Early History?

Dassem was born on the Dal Hon savanna. As a youth, he fell into a cavern where he encountered a spectral old man who trained him relentlessly in swordsmanship. This mysterious being turned out to be an animated corpse possessed by Hood, the god of death. Dassem remained in that underground chamber for twelve years, receiving brutal instruction until he finally bested the corpse. Upon emerging, he was anointed as Hood's Mortal Sword. However, this pact would ultimately be the seed of his unraveling.

Upon joining Kellanved and Dancer, Dassem quickly rose through the ranks during the early days of the Malazan Empire. As part of their original inner circle, he played a key role in the conquest of Malaz Island and then Quon Tali, Seven Cities, and parts of Genabackis. His military legacy included forging the Bridgeburners out of disparate forces during a pursuit across the Raraku desert.

How Did Dassem Ultor Become the Knight of Death?

Dassem’s association with Hood deepened when he formally accepted the role of Knight of High House Death. He later attended the Chaining of the Crippled God, a pivotal cosmological event, where he vocally opposed the treatment of the chained deity. His dissent did not go unnoticed. Hood, feeling betrayed, took Dassem’s daughter as a price, an act that shattered Dassem's loyalty. He retrieved his daughter’s body, brought it to the Azath house Tremorlor, and renounced both his title and Hood himself, vowing vengeance.

Was Dassem Ultor Killed at the Siege of Y'Ghatan?

Officially, Dassem perished at Y'Ghatan, a legendary stronghold on Seven Cities. However, it was widely rumored that his death was orchestrated by the Claw under Empress Laseen. Temper, one of Dassem’s bodyguards, witnessed his fall and later rescued him, along with Ferrule. The three faked their deaths and went into hiding. This event marked the end of Dassem's role as a public figure and the beginning of his life as the wandering "Traveller."

Who is Traveller?

Traveller is the alias Dassem adopts in the years following his fall. As Traveller, he appears sporadically throughout the series, often intervening in moments of great consequence. In House of Chains, he guards the Throne of Shadow alongside Cotillion and Cutter. In Toll the Hounds, he travels with Karsa Orlong and Samar Dev, revealing more of his internal torment and divine heritage. Ultimately, Traveller challenges Anomander Rake in Darujhistan, resulting in one of the most poignant duels in the series. Rake sacrifices himself using Dragnipur, allowing Dassem to strike the killing blow, but in doing so breaks Dassem once more.

What is Dassem Ultor's Role in the Later Books?

Dassem continues to appear in the Malazan extended universe, including Return of the Crimson Guard and Orb Sceptre Throne. He spends time at the Stormwall with Ereko, battles Skinner in a confrontation that ends with the Avowed retreating, and later accepts the mask of the First of the Seguleh. His acceptance of this mantle signifies a grudging re-engagement with the world and its power structures, though he remains ambivalent and isolated.

In Orb Sceptre Throne, Dassem negotiates peace with the attacking Moranth and takes the Seguleh back to Morn, solidifying his position as a key player among the world's most potent martial powers. His journey illustrates the complexities of a man caught between vengeance, duty, and grief.

What is Dassem Ultor's Legacy in the Malazan Universe?

Dassem is a figure of paradox. He is both mortal and divine, a general and a wanderer, a father and a weapon. As Dessembrae, the Lord of Tragedy, he is worshipped by cultists who recognize the depth of his sorrow. Yet he consistently denies his divinity, rejecting both worship and cosmic responsibility. This contradiction underscores the core of his character: a man who has seen too much of death to revere it, who has suffered too much to wield power without restraint.

Even gods fear him. Shadowthrone and Cotillion approach him cautiously, aware of his wrath and the unpredictable intensity of his convictions. Yet despite all the pain, Dassem often acts with a conscience rarely found in mortals or gods. He holds to a code rooted in justice, honor, and the dignity of the individual soldier. His speeches to his troops remain iconic, such as: "That armour defends humanity. And when I look upon my soldiers, when I see these uniforms, I see compassion and truth."

Dassem Ultor is not just a warrior; he is the embodiment of grief weaponized. His every action echoes the loss of his daughter, his betrayal by Hood, and his betrayal by the Empire he helped build. But it is in continuing despite those betrayals that his legend is forged.

The Traveller walks on, sword in hand, with no place to go.

Dassem Ultor's Raw Power

Dassem Ultor's raw power is undeniable and fearsome. As the former First Sword of the Malazan Empire, the Knight of High House Death, and a warrior capable of standing toe-to-toe with gods and ascendants, his presence in battle is defined by overwhelming physical capability, near-supernatural martial skill, and an aura of invincibility born of ceaseless training and bitter experience. While he does not possess the elemental magic or reality-warping sorcery of high-tier mages, his immense durability, precision, and sheer lethality place him well above most mortal and semi-divine combatants. His raw power is not only in what he can do, but in what no one else dares to try, deserving a rating of 8.5 out of 10.

Strength

Though Dassem's power lies primarily in martial prowess rather than raw brute force, accounts repeatedly describe his blows as devastating, efficient, and final. His lean frame and wiry build conceal honed musculature and immense endurance. The bear he kills in Toll the Hounds, after three days without water, speaks to his astonishing capacity for sustained, violent output even when weakened. His ability to overpower powerful adversaries in extended engagements, including the armoured Skinner and multiple elite combatants, indicates an upper echelon of physical strength suited for prolonged duels. However, lacking feats such as lifting siege weapons or battling titanic beasts bare-handed, his raw lifting power remains grounded. For this subcategory, Dassem sits high among martial mortals but below truly monstrous or supernaturally-enhanced beings.

Magical Ability

Dassem Ultor does not wield traditional sorcery. He channels no warrens, summons no flames, casts no spells. Yet to discount his magical profile entirely would be misleading. As the former Knight of Death and a man forged by the god Hood himself in childhood, Dassem bears within him a resonance of divine empowerment. His sword, Vengeance, amplifies his lethality and may carry subtle magical effects, and his link to the divine persists despite his rejection of Hood’s mantle. He moves unseen when he wishes, crosses shadowed realms, and survives encounters others do not. These are not the workings of a mere mortal. Still, in the strict sense of wielding magic with deliberate effect, his score is modest. This subscore is bolstered only by divine proximity, not arcane capacity.

Combat Prowess

This is the core of Dassem Ultor’s raw power—and his highest peak. He is, by all recorded accounts, one of the finest swordsmen in his universe. Temper, Skinner, Whiskeyjack, Anomander Rake—all are used narratively to frame his skill, and he surpasses or matches them all. His speed is frequently described as blinding; his reflexes perfect; his technique impossibly refined. Rake, himself wielding Dragnipur, dies at Dassem’s hand in a duel so fast that onlookers barely perceive the movements. Dassem has survived countless duels, led charges into the heart of enemy lines, and destroyed elite enemies in succession. He fought Skinner to a standstill in Return of the Crimson Guard, and the duel left Skinner shaken. His prowess with a blade is more than mastery—it is a principle, a metaphysical force of tragedy and retribution. On combat prowess alone, Dassem would score near the absolute maximum. His overall rating is brought slightly lower only by the relative absence of magical projection or large-scale destructive capability. But when the category is pure personal lethality, he is nearly peerless.

Dassem Ultor's Tactical Ability

Dassem Ultor exhibits a high degree of tactical capability, ranked at a 7.5 out of 10, forged through decades of field leadership, hard-won campaigns, and the bitter aftermath of personal betrayal. While his legacy as the First Sword of the Malazan Empire often centers on martial dominance, it also encompasses the cool calculation and battlefield control necessary to lead men against impossible odds. Dassem is not a general in the classical sense, orchestrating wars from afar with logistics and diplomacy, but he commands through presence, instincts honed by violence, and a brutal clarity of purpose. His tactical ability is grounded, direct, and consistently effective—though narrower in scope than characters who manipulate entire nations or operate in realms of abstract scheming.

Strategic Mind

Dassem’s strategic approach is pragmatic, focused, and remarkably clear under pressure. As commander of the Sword, the elite heavy infantry core of the Malazan Empire, he was responsible for directing critical field operations across multiple campaigns, often under adverse conditions and fluid political circumstances. In Night of Knives and other canonical flashbacks, he demonstrates an ability to rapidly evaluate battlefield threats, adjust his formation’s posture, and exploit weaknesses with clinical aggression. His actions during the campaigns in Korel and Seven Cities show both long-term vision and a willingness to accept sacrifice for decisive gain. However, Dassem's strategic perspective is deeply personal and shaped by an ethos of direct engagement. He is not known for elaborate deception, indirect warfare, or grand geopolitical maneuvering. As such, while his strategic skill within a battlefield context is superb, it does not encompass the full range of statecraft or complex multi-front planning.

Resourcefulness

Few warriors in the Malazan canon have demonstrated the same level of endurance in desperate conditions. Dassem has survived ambushes by ascendants, betrayal by gods, and isolation behind enemy lines. His resourcefulness is particularly evident in the aftermath of Hood’s betrayal, when he survives as the amnesiac Traveller, navigating a hostile world through sheer will, improvisation, and deadly efficiency. In Toll the Hounds, he is seen adapting to events with minimal information, confronting unknown threats with decisive, accurate action. Dassem does not rely on magical shortcuts or vast networks of informants—he turns the world into a weapon with what he has in hand. His improvisational tactics in duels and skirmishes consistently exploit terrain, timing, and psychological pressure to tilt the odds. Still, because his resourcefulness rarely involves technological cunning, metaphysical trickery, or long-term subversion, it functions in a narrower, though highly effective, domain.

Resource Arsenal

Dassem's resource arsenal is relatively limited in the conventional sense. He does not command fleets, legions, or arcane guilds. He forgoes alliances, often out of disillusionment or moral clarity, and distances himself from hierarchies of power. His sword, Vengeance, is formidable, but not on the scale of artifacts that alter reality. He has, at times, the implicit backing of High House Death or later the worship of Dessembrae, the god of sorrow, but Dassem repeatedly rejects divine patronage and operates in isolation. His primary asset is himself—his reputation, his nearly mythic status among soldiers, and the dread his name invokes. This makes him potent in one-on-one or small-scale engagements but less equipped to leverage broader tactical systems. His rating reflects high efficiency in limited scope, rather than breadth of strategic access.

Dassem Ultor's Influence

Dassem Ultor commands a profound, though paradoxically restrained, influence, ranked at a 7.0 out of 10. His reputation as the First Sword of the Malazan Empire precedes him in nearly every corner of the known world, yet his personal demeanor eschews overt manipulation or grandstanding. Dassem’s influence is built on the foundation of lived deeds, not deliberate charisma, and his legacy—whether among soldiers who marched beneath his banner, gods who feared his wrath, or enemies who whispered his name in dread—has only deepened with time. While his unwillingness to exploit his symbolic power or engage in political gamesmanship places limits on the reach of his persuasion, he nonetheless stands as a figure of mythic reverence and unshakable will, meriting a solidly above-average score in this domain.

Persuasion

Dassem Ultor’s interpersonal influence is subtle but effective. He does not lead with eloquence or charm in the traditional sense. His words are often blunt, his tone laconic, and his focus remains on action rather than rhetoric. However, those who follow him—whether soldiers, allies, or even gods—do so not because they have been convinced by argument, but because his conviction radiates with a moral gravity that demands attention. In Toll the Hounds, Dassem interacts with civilians and allies with minimal flourish, yet they intuitively align with him, sensing his inner discipline and authenticity. This is a form of persuasion rooted in consistency and reputation rather than performative leadership. As a result, he cannot sway mass opinion or reshape ideology at scale, but in one-on-one or small group interactions, he exerts a grounded, undeniable influence.

Reverence

Reverence is arguably Dassem’s strongest dimension within the broader Influence category. His name carries near-legendary weight in military circles, both among former Malazan comrades and the enemies who once opposed him. Known as the mortal sword of Hood before his apostasy, and later as the avatar of Dessembrae, he embodies both martial excellence and divine sorrow. This duality grants him an aura that transcends mortality without ever fully embracing godhood. Even those unaware of his divine affiliations treat him with deference, often instinctively recognizing the lethal history etched into his every movement. Importantly, this reverence is earned—not imposed through fear or myth alone, but demonstrated through battlefield conduct, personal sacrifice, and unrelenting pursuit of justice. Unlike many figures who inspire awe through spectacle or mystical acts, Dassem’s reverence is inseparable from the ethical code that governs his actions.

Willpower

Dassem Ultor’s willpower is absolute. Betrayed by his god, broken by grief, stripped of identity, and cast adrift across the continents, he nonetheless endures. His transformation into the Traveller represents not a fall but a transfiguration, an ongoing assertion of personal agency in the face of metaphysical manipulation and profound existential trauma. Time and again, he resists the call to vengeance, the seduction of power, and even the temptation to abandon his humanity. His will is the crucible through which he has retained purpose without becoming consumed by rage or despair. Even when faced with divine beings or metaphysical compulsions, he exerts control over his decisions, preserving his autonomy at immense cost. It is this self-discipline that underpins not only his survival, but his moral clarity—an unshakable center in a world of shifting loyalties and chaotic forces.

Dassem Ultor's Resilience

Dassem Ultor’s resilience is one of his defining characteristics, woven not only through his physical capacity for survival but more crucially through his unrelenting capacity to endure spiritual, emotional, and metaphysical devastation. Among mortal champions across fantasy literature, few have suffered more—and returned with more purpose. His ability to persist through betrayal by gods, the collapse of his personal identity, and years of wandering as the Traveller is a testament to an unshakable inner core. While he lacks the full regenerative immortality of truly godlike beings, his ability to continue fighting, adapting, and resisting oblivion places him near the top of any scale of personal endurance. We score his resilience at an 8.5 out of 10.

Physical Resistance

Physically, Dassem Ultor ranks among the most enduring non-magical human warriors. His body has survived wounds that would kill almost anyone short of the Ascended, and his sheer stamina in combat is legendary. Repeatedly, he has engaged in prolonged, brutal confrontations against elite warriors and monstrous foes without tiring or faltering. His duels often stretch beyond mortal limits, as in the confrontation against Skinner, where his ability to keep pace with a being of inhuman durability and unnatural strength is more than a matter of skill—it is evidence of a body honed beyond conventional failure. His durability is not based on enchantment or divine protection but on mastery of the physical self through discipline, pain, and repetition. This grounded form of resistance elevates him above even many magical beings, as his endurance has been earned, not bestowed.

Magical Resistance

Although not inherently magical, Dassem has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability to resist or endure magical effects, particularly those that prey on the mind or will. This resistance seems to be less a consequence of warding or passive immunities and more a function of his extraordinary self-discipline. As a former Mortal Sword, he was chosen not merely for combat capability, but for a soul able to withstand the divine presence of a god of death. After breaking with Hood, he wandered unaided yet remained untouched by sorcery that would cripple others. Even in encounters with ascendants or elder beings, he is not easily swayed or diminished. He rarely uses magical artifacts or armor to bolster his defenses, relying instead on situational awareness, precision, and sheer resilience of mind and body to overcome enchanted threats.

Longevity

The most striking element of Dassem’s resilience lies in his longevity—not just in the biological sense, but in his persistence as a figure of narrative and metaphysical consequence. Betrayed by his god, the collapse of his identity should have been final. Instead, Dassem Ultor shed his former name and reemerged as the Traveller, walking across continents with no grand army, throne, or divine mandate. That he continues to exist at all is a refusal of the narrative closure that would have buried a lesser man. He does not age slowly or heal like a god, but his ability to endure existential despair, metaphysical wounding, and divine betrayal gives him an aura of immortality—not because he cannot die, but because he refuses to. Each reappearance in the narrative underscores a defiant return, not resurrection in a magical sense, but a spiritual continuation that speaks to an almost indestructible essence.

Dassem Ultor's Versatility

Dassem Ultor demonstrates a notable degree of versatility, ranked at a 6.5 out of 10, but this quality is largely channeled through an exceptional depth of specialization rather than a broad diversity of roles or powers. As the preeminent swordsman of his world, and once Mortal Sword to a god, he adapts to a wide range of high-stakes, high-risk situations—but always within the framework of direct confrontation and personal trial. His lack of magical flexibility, reliance on martial expertise, and absence of technical or scholarly dimensions cap his versatility score well below polymaths and shapeshifters. Yet within his narrow discipline, Dassem operates with unflinching resourcefulness, demonstrating adaptability and improvisational grit that grant him a respectable standing among more broadly skilled figures.

Adaptability

Dassem Ultor adapts with startling fluidity to changing battle conditions, psychological challenges, and existential shifts in identity. Though he begins as the Mortal Sword of Hood, betrayal and spiritual upheaval force him into a new path—abandoning his post, discarding his name, and reemerging as the Traveller. This transformation is not cosmetic; it is a complete shift in how he moves through the world. Stripped of command, army, and patron deity, he continues to operate independently, inserting himself into situations that test his combat philosophy and personal morality. He does not rely on rituals, rigid codes, or supernatural aids, but adjusts to the terms dictated by each battlefield, whether dueling a T’lan Imass revenant or contending with Ascendants. His adaptability, however, remains martial in orientation—he does not employ stealth, deception, or mystical trickery, and he is rarely seen using nonviolent means to solve problems. Thus, while his adaptive capacity is significant, it is not wide-ranging.

Luck

Dassem Ultor’s arc is defined less by random fortune than by tragic inevitability. His destiny unfolds like a classical tragedy: blessed with greatness but marked for loss. He survives staggering trials, but rarely through blind luck. More often, he endures through sheer will and mastery, pushing through situations where even minor miscalculations would mean death. When fortune favors him, it is often earned. For instance, his confrontations with powerful foes tend to resolve on razor’s edge outcomes—situations that require maximum precision rather than beneficent randomness. This grounding in determinism, rather than capricious fate, suggests a character whose journey resists the influence of improbable good fortune. He neither stumbles into boons nor evades consequences by chance. As such, Dassem’s luck factor is modest, serving more as a background condition than a functional trait.

Shaved Knuckle in the Hole

Perhaps the strongest dimension of Dassem’s versatility lies in his capacity to leverage a hidden reserve—his mental clarity and restraint. While he appears to be a pure combatant, his ability to switch between his past identities and the roles they carry enables him to surprise opponents who presume they know his limits. The Traveller persona is itself a disguise, not in the theatrical sense, but as a philosophical defense against despair and vengeance. At his lowest point, he conceals not a weapon, but an unbroken purpose. His capacity to reemerge at critical moments—whether to intercede in events far beyond his former role or to defeat foes thought beyond mortal reach—functions as a form of last-resort power. He is never truly without options, even when disarmed, outnumbered, or facing godlike enemies. This mental reserve, this capacity to pivot into action when others would falter, embodies his shaved knuckle: a blade not hidden on his person, but in the mind.

Dassem Ultor's Alignment

Dassem Ultor, also known as the First Sword of the Empire and later as the Traveller, is a human of the Malazan race—a cosmopolitan, militarized people unified by the empire of Kellanved and Dancer. Though there are no known subraces within his lineage, Dassem embodies the highest martial ideals of his homeland. His early allegiance to Hood, the god of Death, and subsequent command of the Malazan Claw-backed forces place him within two overlapping factions: the Malazan Empire (in its pre-Laseen form) and the pantheon of Ascendants. Despite these affiliations, Dassem becomes increasingly estranged from both institutions, which contributes to a complex and shifting moral landscape.

Across his long and painful journey, Dassem Ultor exemplifies the Lawful Neutral alignment. His code is not derived from divine authority, state loyalty, or sentiment, but rather from an internalized discipline rooted in martial honor, oaths, and self-restraint. Even when betrayed by the Malazan Empire and disillusioned with Hood, Dassem does not spiral into chaos or vengeance. Instead, he redirects his focus toward personal justice and the maintenance of order through action. He does not follow the orders of superiors blindly, nor does he act impulsively—his choices are weighed, often grimly, against the structure of a life defined by purpose, not belief.

Though many regard Dassem as heroic, his actions rarely prioritize mercy or altruism. His kindness is measured and stoic, never sprawling into the idealism of a traditionally Good-aligned figure. He can be pitiless in battle and has no apparent concern for systemic justice or the elevation of others. However, he is equally averse to cruelty for its own sake, manipulation, or chaotic disruption. These traits remove him from both Good and Evil polarities, placing him squarely in the Neutral spectrum in that domain. His grief, loss, and long walk through suffering do not bend him toward personal gain or vindictive destruction, but rather deepen his reliance on a structured, personal code that supersedes factional or divine control.

Thus, Dassem Ultor is best classified as Lawful Neutral. His identity is not malleable; it is anchored in mastery, in the fulfillment of contracts (both martial and metaphysical), and in the rejection of chaos—both internal and external. Whether acting as the Mortal Sword of Hood or as the anonymous Traveller, he seeks no throne, no glory, no grand ideological victory. What he honors is the path, and his relentless return to that path—despite loss, betrayal, and the collapse of all he once served—marks him as one of the most resolutely ordered beings in the Malazan universe. Pride and Prophecy keeps an updated character alignment matrix across all planes of existence.

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Overall Conclusion on Dassem Ultor and Position Across Planes of Existence

With a composite score of 7.6, Dassem Ultor sits confidently in the upper echelon of fantasy characters across all universes—not among the highest beings of metaphysical might or reality-warping magic, but indisputably dominant within the realm of martial ascendancy. His rating reflects the rare intersection of world-class combat prowess, disciplined tactical acumen, and deeply rooted existential resilience. He is not a sorcerer-king or a god-emperor, but he can—and does—stand against such figures with grim purpose and terrifying effectiveness. This places him in the company of ascendant mortals who achieve greatness not through raw cosmic force, but through the indomitable will to rise again and again, blade in hand.

At the core of Dassem Ultor’s rating is the tension between mortality and transcendence. As a mortal man, he was unmatched—an undefeated champion whose duels and battlefield command became legend. His title as First Sword of the Empire was not honorary; it was earned in blood, through feats that reverberated across continents. Even after the shattering loss of his daughter and his own betrayal at the hands of his gods, Dassem does not fall. Instead, he walks—bereft of title, identity fragmented—across the world under the moniker of the Traveller. It is this phase, post-betrayal and post-faith, where his mythos solidifies. He is no longer just a paragon of martial perfection; he becomes a figure of archetypal endurance, representing the eternal return of duty without glory.

Dassem's Raw Power lies not in magical abilities—he displays none—but in the peerless refinement of his combat skill and preternatural physicality. He can match and defeat ascendants, including figures with divine or sorcerous lineage, through martial force alone. While this restricts his rating slightly compared to more cosmically empowered entities, it grants him unmatched credibility as a mortal-turned-legend. His Tactical Ability is high but not divine; he is a brilliant battlefield commander, but not a manipulator of realms or planes. His Influence and Resilience are steeped in stoic charisma and loss-fueled endurance. People follow Dassem because he leads without seeking power—because he bleeds for his beliefs but never proselytizes them. His Versatility is narrower in spectrum, but deep in execution: he does one thing—kill—and does it better than almost anyone.

What restrains his score from cresting into the upper eights or low nines is the singularity of his focus. Dassem does not wield magic, command armies of constructs, or fracture realities. He cannot, alone, determine the outcome of cosmic wars, nor can he unmake gods. But he can kill gods. And he can do so not through arcane loopholes, but with the edge of a sword and a will that simply will not break. He is a living refutation of fate and prophecy, a reminder that will, honed into purpose, can rival even the divine. Pride and Prophecy keeps an updated power ranking across all planes of existence. This will only be sortable on desktop viewing. The below table shows a summary within the same plane of existence of this article.