Ruikult

Ruikult is a fictional concept that appears in the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. It is a term used to denote a type of corrupted or blighted land, often characterized by unusual and dangerous flora and fauna, as well as the presence of dark or unnatural energies. These environments are typically hostile to unprotected life and may harbor creatures warped by the Ruikult's influence.

The origin and nature of Ruikult vary depending on the specific in-game lore. Sometimes it is the result of powerful magical events, ancient curses, or the intrusion of extraplanar forces. Other times, it can be a natural phenomenon on a world saturated with negative energy or exposed to the influence of malevolent deities. Regardless of its cause, a Ruikult is generally a place where the natural order has been perverted.

Adventurers often encounter Ruikults as challenging environments to traverse or as locations holding unique treasures, dangerous monsters, or secrets. The specific effects of a Ruikult can range from subtle environmental hazards to overt magical effects that alter the landscape and its inhabitants. Surviving and navigating a Ruikult often requires specialized knowledge, magical defenses, or sheer resilience. The term serves as a shorthand for a dangerous, magically tainted wilderness within the Pathfinder setting.