Karsussss

Karsussss is a fictional deity originating from the Forgotten Realms campaign setting for the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. He is primarily known as the creator god of the Netherese Empire, a powerful ancient civilization that wielded immense magical power. Karsussss is particularly associated with arcane magic and the pursuit of ultimate power, often at any cost.

His most infamous act is the attempted theft of Mystryl's divine portfolio, the goddess of magic itself, during the fall of the Netherese Empire. This cataclysmic event, known as Karsus's Folly, resulted in the destruction of the empire and the death of Mystryl, leading to a drastic change in the nature and availability of magic in the Realms. Karsussss's ambition and the catastrophic consequences of his actions serve as a cautionary tale within the lore. His current status and influence in the Forgotten Realms are debated, with some lore suggesting he was destroyed or diminished by his failed divine usurpation.