Tormax
King of the Storm Giants (Kromzek) on Velious and bitter enemy of the dragon Yelinak of Skyshrine.
- Type
- Figure
- Attested in
- EQ1
- Sources
- 30 texts
Overview
Drawn from King Tormax Day 12 — official article.EQ1Primary · official · best available source
Early this morning, the adventurers were roused from their bed (aye, bed, singular – the entire group shared but one of the giants’ beds, each finding himself with more room than he’d ever had before to sleep stretched out) and brought before the giant king, Tormax.
His throne, they were told, was crafted from the skull remains of the dragon, Hsagra, mate to Yelinak, who was slain by their ancestor,
Porlos. The seat of the throne itself lies within the jaws of the dragon’s skull. The party was honored with this tale of the giants’ history, and also learned that the arena in which they had observed battle is also dedicated to Porlos.
The current throne room, we’re told, is a relatively new addition to the castle, which is known as Dragon Death Keep. The party, after paying homage to King Tormax, was escorted through the castle. Behind the throne, they were shown the hall of the council, within which was a second, older and less ornate, throne. This, they were told, was the old throne room, and serves now, as a meeting room for King
Tormax and his council. The king’s advisors were gathered to welcome the party.
Official Lore
17Collected official lore pieces, from in-game and out.
Yelinak's Head Quest
You say, 'Hail, King Tormax' King Tormax says, 'Greetings, _______. You know who I am, but I only vaguely know of you. My purpose is simple, I will rule these lands like my father, and my grandfather before him. All tasks but two are inconsequential to me. You say, 'What tasks?' King Tormax says, 'The tasks are simple, _______. I wish the death of the other '…
Read the full sourceKing Tormax, Kael Drakkel
"Greetings, $race. You know who I am, but I only vaguely know of you. My purpose is simple, I will rule these lands like my father, and my grandfather before him. All tasks but two are inconsequential to me." "The tasks are simple, $race. I wish the death of the other 'powers' of this frozen waste land.
Read the full sourceInto the Depths of: Kael Drakkal
…Kael Drakkal, home of the Storm Giants, lies at the easternmost edge of the Great Scar. It has been the site of many great battles, for the dragons of Velious regard the Scars of Veeshan as the holiest of ground, and view the giant's invasion of the Great Scar as sacrilege. Kael Drakkal is divided into five different districts.
Read the full sourceTormax's Head - Dragons
…Lord Yelinak says 'Then as agreed, young mortal, I will grant you one chance to prove your worth in my eyes. The Storm King Tormax sits on a throne carved from the skull of one of our fallen within the city of Kael, which disgraces the mighty children of Veeshan. His life alone is a blight upon the children of Veeshan.
Read the full sourceHsagra's Wrath Quest
…Lawyla says 'Then I believe you would be interested in hearing of the sad tale of our beloved Hsagra. Many years ago, Hsagra was slain by the wicked Kromzek Porlos. Unfortunately, Porlos found out that Hsagra had discovered a new magic that was extremely powerful against the Giants. Hsagra was the mate of Yelinak.
Read the full sourceLord Yelinak, Skyshrine
…"Then as agreed, young mortal, I will grant you one chance to prove your worth in my eyes. The Storm King Tormax sits on a throne carved from the skull of one of our fallen within the city of Kael, which disgraces the mighty children of Veeshan. His life alone is a blight upon the children of Veeshan.
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Tiny Savages
…Yetarr says 'The Frost giants who call Kael their home have grown far too lax. So few of them train daily and actively seek out the Coldain to slay. I have advised King Tormax to send Kromzek raiding parties to raze Thurgadin, however, each time he reminds me that our strongest warriors must stay to guard against the dragon menace.
Read the full sourceVorken Iceshard, Kael Drakkel
…"Loyalties, of course, little one. Each day I see more mercenaries come to Kael, seeking their fortunes. King Tormax will use your kind to wage war on the dragons and upon the Coldain. But I question the motives of your kind." "My motives are simple. I will acquire as much power and prestige as possible before I die.
Read the full sourceLawyla, Skyshrine
…"Then I believe you would be interested in hearing of the sad tale of our beloved Hsagra. Many years ago, Hsagra was slain by the wicked Kromzek Porlos. Unfortunately, Porlos found out that Hsagra had discovered a new magic that was extremely powerful against the Giants. Hsagra was the mate of Yelinak.
Read the full sourceDragon Heads
…Dlammaz Stormslayer says 'Welcome to the castle of King Tormax. It is quite an accomplishment for one of your kind to have lived this long in the service of our great King Tormax. You must be powerful indeed. My power is like a storm - I may rage and destroy my foes with great fury. You say, 'What foes?'
Read the full sourceDemise of Blizzent
…Vorken Iceshard says 'Loyalties, of course, little one. Each day I see more mercenaries come to Kael, seeking their fortunes . King Tormax will use your kind to wage war on the dragons and upon the Coldain. But I question the motives of your kind. You say, 'I will wage war on the Dragons an Coldain'
Read the full sourceStrategies of the Ancient Dragons
…Semkak Prophet of Vallon says, 'These scrolls are ancient beyond belief. They describe the maneuvers dragons use to avoid being injured by mighty warriors. This will aid the cause of King Tormax greatly. Take this gift from the temple of Vallon and know that you are wise indeed.' :The reward may vary depending on which scroll you bring back or is random.
Read the full sourceSlaggak's Bounty
…Slaggak the Trainer says, 'Hello there, _______. I am Slaggak, the trainer. The Kromrif here will soon be ready to serve the great and honorable King Tormax.' You say, 'I will serve King Tormax' Slaggak the Trainer says, 'So you say, little one. Why are you here, then? You should be out slaying those pestering little Coldain or maybe those damnable shard wurm…
Read the full sourceLiving Dragons
…Kyenka says 'My, it is the great Lias who stands before me! Rumors of your greatness have spread even to the court of King Tormax. I am Kyenka, Duke of Kael Drakkel. I advise King Tormax on matters concerning the nefarious dragons. You say, 'What about these dragons?' Kyenka says 'The living dragons of this realm are the bane of Kael Drakkel and its people.
Read the full sourceColdain Skulls
…Slaggak the Trainer says, 'Hello there, _______. I am Slaggak, the trainer. The Kromrif here will soon be ready to serve the great and honorable King Tormax.' You say, 'I will serve King Tormax' Slaggak the Trainer says, 'So you say, little one. Why are you here, then? You should be out slaying those pestering little Coldain or maybe those damnable shard wurm…
Read the full sourceTormax's Head - Dwarves
…Dain Frostreaver IV shouts 'Let it be know from this day forth that ______ and their companions are Heros of the Coldain Kingdom. King Tormax has been slain, it is a time for celebration. Let no tankard go unfilled!'
Read the full sourceCouncilor Darkfrost, Thurgadin
"It's that bastard Tormax whats the cause of all our trouble. What we need to do is send some specially trained assasins to take him out. Sure it's not the most honorable thing to do, but without him the giants wouldn't know what to do."
Read the full sourceFurther sources
10Lore that mentions this in passing.
Community articles
2Fan-written encyclopedia entries — useful overviews, lower authority than the primary sources above.