Akharin Sangar’s most famous historical tale is an epic poem about its heroic founder, Piruzan. When Piruzan’s people were tormented by the horned demon Zolmate Shab, she led them up the Heavenly Peaks in search of a land free from tyranny and darkness. The demon intercepted them at the summit, appearing in a pillar of smoke. Emboldened by the coming dawn, the first Sangarians prepared to make a last stand. With the power of the Sunweaver, Piruzan banished the relentless demon. She became queen of this new land and ruled for over three hundred years, never forgetting the Sunweaver’s warmth. Akharin Sangar flourished during the dynasties that followed but eventually succumbed to excess, corruption, and complacency. Darkness fell upon the city-state, and Zolmate Shab returned. As demons beset the city, Sangarians prayed to the Sunweaver, and Atash answered. After an earthshaking battle, the angel emerged victorious. Afterward, Atash prophesied the return of Zolmate Shab, even stronger than before, if the people of Akharin Sangar fell from grace again. After fifty years of peace, though, most Sangarians have come to doubt the prophecy’s legitimacy, and many question whether the angel’s rigid control of the city-state is justified. #### Atash Atash (lawful neutral [solar](https://www.dndbeyond.com/monsters/17016-solar)), the angelic ruler of Akharin Sangar, came to the city-state’s aid when all hope seemed lost. After smiting Zolmate Shab’s fiendish army with righteous fury, Atash elected to stay, believing his mission incomplete. In the early years of his rule, Atash walked among the common folk, performing miracles. Over time, he withdrew from his people, tired of witnessing them repeat their mistakes. He spends his days in contemplation, occasionally breaking his silence to address an increasingly distraught populace. Atash possesses an ageless and inflexible perspective. Everlasting and seemingly emotionless, the angel answers complex problems with direct solutions. He believes that only by following his decrees can Sangarians prevent another demonic incursion. He deems those who oppose him outlaws. _**Personality Trait.**_ “I’m being tested. I’ve not heard the Sunweaver’s voice since my rule began.” _**Ideal.**_ “To disobey the Sunweaver is to protest truth.” _**Bond.**_ “I must protect the people of Akharin Sangar, even from themselves.” _**Flaw.**_ “The subtleties of mortal nuance are simply the repetition of mortal mistakes.”