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Welcome back. As you saw previously, the Cultists of Tharizdun have invited some of their evil cult colleagues for some important business. What transpires from here will surely test their already fragile sanity. Can they really cooperate? Let's get to it. Enjoy!
Welcome in, Greyhawk readers! On the heels of Cult of the Reptile God and the multi-part Slave Lords series, the Cultists of Tharizdun have not rested. Indeed, they are stepping up their game and calling out more of their evil peers. What could this be about? We shall see, in this rare two comic release. Enjoy!
Well met Greyhawk enthusiasts! This comic marks the end of a long "adventure path" by the Cultists of Tharizdun. Interestingly, in 2e we got a timeline continuation of the series in Slavers (never mind the 1e remastered Scourge of the Slave Lords mega-module), then during 5e era we surprisingly got a 1e prequel to the A-series (A0 Danger at Darkshelf Quarry) and then during 4e era we got The Last Slave Lord in Dungeon #215 (a 2e/4e joint). Will the cultists cover any of this additional material? Hard to say. Markessa is certainly too fun to ignore. Or is she? Enjoy!
Welcome back readers. Yeah, we all knew the Cultists of Tharizdun would get double-crossed by Markessa. She's the worst. Now firmly in the events of Slave Lords module A4, the damned duo finally gets to meet the head of the cult they have been hunting for since module A1. I hope it was worth all the trouble. Also, some of the dialogue below is torn directly from the adventure. Apologies to Lawrence Schick. Enjoy!
Welcome again to the ongoing adventures of the Cultists of Tharizdun as they investigate the city of Highport in search of an evil (EVIL not weevil) rival cult that is behind the mysterious Slave Lords. What will they learn? What will WE learn? Let's find out. Enjoy!
Welcome back to the ongoing adventures of the Cultists of Tharzidun. As you may have seen last episode, the deranged duo has traveled to Orlane to confront a new rival cult. If there is one thing evil cults never do, it's work well with each other. Speaking of obscure religions, if you know the source material of this storyline, you probably heard of Merikka. Merikka is such an obscure Greyhawk deity that I believe this is the first time I've EVER mentioned her in any comic I've done in nearly twenty years. Let's see if it's worth the trouble for the guys. Enjoy!
Welcome in Greyhawk fanatics. It's time for another Cultists episode. They've been tooling around the Steading of the Hill Giant Chief and now have come upon the mystery hidden beneath. This part of the dungeon eluded me in my youth, but now seeing the Giant Series as a whole, it makes more sense to me. Rather, it should make perfect sense to these two loveable maniacs. It's one of those IYKYK things about Greyhawk.
p.s. Starting next week, I will be running five straight weeks of Under to finish the series out, then my programming will be 100% Cultists for the foreseeable future. Huzzah.
Welcome in faithful readers. Yes, it is time again to follow the mad escapades of the Cultists of Tharizdun. If you are an acolyte of the Dark One, then check the links out below for more of their zany adventures. Today we look in on the popularity of the brethern's chief rivals, the Cult of Vecna. Destroying the world may be their number one goal, but a close second is being the most notorious cult in the Flanaess. Look on and enjoy!
Welcome again faithful followers of the Flanaess! The Cultists are back but it's a slow rest period between Oerth-destroying plots. Yes, even our favorite nihilistic duo likes to discuss Greyhawk lore time to time. Note, those who are familiar with the Gygax novel Come Endless Darkness will be pleased (I'm not a fan). At any rate, check it out and enjoy!
Welcome brothers and sisters! Ahem. Yes, readers it's time to check in on our favorite pair of pious practitioners. Check the links below if you are new the crazed antics of the Cultists. Enjoy!
Happy Fireseek everyone! I'm starting the new year off with one more from the Lower Planes. If you have never seen the referenced cartoons or 5e adventures, I highly recommend them! Follow the links below for more of the show, until then here's to a year of more comics!
Hail Greyhawk heroes! By now we are all familiar with the updated Flanaess map for 2024 D&D and as of this posting the new DMG with this "rebooted 576 CY" material is in people's hands. We also know as of this posting Greyhawk is open for third party submissions to DMsGuild. The future is quite uncertain for fandom. What IS certain is the Cultists of Tharizdun will play the hand they are dealt and will continue to do what they do best. If you are just joining, catch up! Follow the navigation links at the bottom. Enjoy!
Hello Greyhawk fanatics! Speaking of fanatics, when last we saw the Cultists they were "rebooted" to 576 CY. Let's see how they are adjusting. As a side note, the series is called Cultists (plural) so as you'll see this can lead to some comical situations. Enjoy!
"I'd sooner go to Kester." The derision felt between the traditional northern nomadic clans of Ull, and their corruptible southern kin is no more evident than in this familiar saying which has now spread across the neighboring plains and steppes. Kester's reputation for danger and depravity lends itself well to this forceful rejection of an obviously perilous request. Example: "You want to go in the Tomb of Horrors? I'd sooner go to Kester!"
"The arrow has been loosed." Variations of this idiom are found throughout Eastern Oerik. In Ull, it is commonly asserted that once an arrow is launched there is no changing its course. To put plainly, it refers to a decision that is made which cannot be taken back. Example: "I told the sheik we will not give in to his demands. The arrow has been loosed!"
"Ride fast, ride far." Many nomadic tribes in the north of Ull will travel vast distances in a shorter time than most riders due to the strength and resiliency of their horse breeds. This expression of parting is quite popular among the khanates and has even found use by their distant kin on the Plains of the Paynims. The saying is also the rallying cry of the annual Najaam Trials (during Richfest), a cross-country horse race that brings honor to a rider's family.
"Come down from your saddle." This expression is used to imply someone is being stubborn or unreasonable and needs to humble themselves. This usually includes a subtext of violence. For context, it is customary in Ull for negotiations to be conducted on foot, mainly in the event combat breaks out to decide the matter. Example: "Seventy gold pieces for that old bow? Come down from your saddle..."
"Blood is strength." Ull is a land of internal strife with warring raiders and contentious nomad families. When Uli have common foe however, the entire domain will rally together behind a strong leader. The phrase "blood is strength" is thus used by locals as a rousing means of setting aside differences to deal with a foreign problem.
Your god did not follow you here." While not outright hostile, this expression is often invoked as a way to rebuke clerics and missionaries foolish enough to come to Ull. Uli are distrustful of religions in general believing more in spirituality centered on their ancestors. They do believe the gods exist but only harmful ones like Incabulos or Ralishaz pay any mind to Ull. Example: "Keep your prayers and begone beggar, your god did not follow you here."
