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The Dark Lord

An evil overlord who embodies darkness and seeks domination of the world, usually from a distant fortress. Sauron and Morgoth made the figure a fantasy staple, repeated in countless imitators and games.

An evil overlord who embodies darkness and seeks domination of the world, usually from a distant fortress. Sauron and Morgoth made the figure a fantasy staple, repeated in countless imitators and games.

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What does "The Dark Lord" mean?
An evil overlord who embodies darkness and seeks domination of the world, usually from a distant fortress. Sauron and Morgoth made the figure a fantasy staple, repeated in countless imitators and games.

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