These enigmatic beings are not native to Coia, but rather echoes from a dying alien reality. Drawn to worlds rich in magic like moths to a flame, they traverse cosmic wounds and planar tears, such as the infamous Bukhara Spires. The first of their kind were pulled into Coia during the chaotic magical surges that defined the Shadow War.
An Ted the Cold Nosed stands as a being of immense power and intellect, driven by a horrifying instinctual need. Its goal is to remake the vibrant reality of Coia into the cold, dark, and orderly perfection of its own dying home dimension. An Ted perceives life, warmth, and free will as chaotic flaws within the very fabric of existence.
It does not seek to rule in any conventional sense, but instead aims to impose a state of absolute zero upon the world, a final silent order known only as The Shattering. An Ted often operates through cults and manipulated individuals, promising power yet delivering only oblivion. It slowly weaves its influence, gathering enough power to initiate the final cataclysm.
The current status of An Ted the Cold Nosed varies greatly. It may be dormant, patiently waiting in a remote, frozen wasteland. Alternatively, it could be actively manipulating events from a hidden lair, subtly guiding Coia towards its chilling vision.