Is Eris Morn a Warlock? Unraveling the Enigmatic Guardian
No, Eris Morn is not a Warlock. Despite her deep understanding of Hive magic and her current trajectory toward becoming a Hive God of Vengeance, Eris Morn’s original Guardian class was Hunter. She specifically specialized in the Bladedancer subclass before the tragic events on the Moon that ultimately shaped her into the character we know today. Her current abilities stem from her profound knowledge of the Hive and her memento from an Ahamkara, not from wielding the Light in the way a traditional Warlock does.
The Hunter’s Path Forged in Darkness
Eris’s journey began as a Hunter. Hunters are known for their agility, cunning, and ability to operate in the shadows. Their connection to the Light often manifests as a desire for freedom and exploration. The Bladedancer subclass, in particular, focuses on close-quarters combat and stealth. While it might seem contradictory given her current affinity for Hive magic, understanding her past as a Hunter is crucial to grasping her motivations and the sacrifices she made to survive the horrors of the Hellmouth on the Moon.
The Dark Future lore book provides a glimpse into an alternate timeline where Eris fell completely to the Darkness, solidifying her role as a villain. This, however, does not retroactively change her original class. It merely demonstrates the potential consequences of unchecked exposure to the Darkness and the lengths she would go to for survival.
Beyond the Light: Hive Magic and Transformation
What sets Eris apart is her willingness to delve into forbidden knowledge. After losing her fireteam and her Light during a disastrous mission to destroy Crota, Son of Oryx, Eris was forced to adapt. She learned to harness the magic of the Hive, even going so far as to replace her lost eyes with those of an Acolyte. This transformation fundamentally changed her, blurring the lines between Guardian and Hive.
Her current actions, culminating in her potential ascension to become a Hive God of Vengeance, are not a reflection of Warlock abilities. Instead, they are the result of her unique position as a Guardian who has embraced the power of the Darkness while (at least for now) retaining some semblance of her former self and a desire to protect humanity.
FAQs: Delving Deeper into Eris Morn
Here are some frequently asked questions about Eris Morn, providing further insight into her complex history, powers, and future:
1. What happened to Eris Morn’s fireteam?
Eris Morn’s fireteam, consisting of herself, Vell Tarlowe, Eriana-3, Toland, the Shattered, Omar Agah, and Sai Mota, was sent to the Moon to eliminate Crota. They were systematically hunted down and killed by the Hive. Eris was the sole survivor, enduring years of torment and imprisonment within the Hellmouth.
2. How did Eris Morn survive on the Moon?
Eris survived by learning the secrets of the Hive. She studied their rituals, their magic, and their weaknesses. She even replaced her eyes with those of a Hive Acolyte to better navigate the darkness and gain understanding of their perspective.
3. Why does Eris Morn have three eyes?
Eris lost her original eyes to the Hive. She replaced them with a Hive Acolyte’s set of three eyes. This adaptation allowed her to see in the dark and perhaps provided a deeper understanding of Hive magic.
4. Is Eris Morn Lightless?
Yes, Eris Morn is a Lightless Guardian. She lost her connection to the Light during her ordeal on the Moon. While she still possesses some latent abilities from her time as a Hunter, she primarily relies on her knowledge of Hive magic and artifacts.
5. What is the object Eris Morn carries in her hand?
Eris carries a memento from an Ahamkara hunt. The Ahamkara, also known as “wish dragons,” were powerful beings capable of granting wishes. After slaying an Ahamkara alongside Ikora Rey, Eris kept a piece of its bones as a talisman. It is wreathed in a mysterious green light and speaks to her through voices in her head.
6. What did Eris Morn take from Oryx’s sword?
After Oryx, the Taken King, was defeated, Eris Morn took the crystal that was inside of his sword, Willbreaker. The significance of this crystal is still debated, but it is believed to hold immense power connected to the Taken.
7. Is Eris Morn evil?
Eris Morn walks a fine line. While she utilizes dark magic and allies herself with morally ambiguous forces, her ultimate goal remains the protection of humanity. The alternate timeline depicted in the Dark Future lore book shows her potential to become a villain, but in the current timeline, she is driven by a desperate desire to prevent the Darkness from consuming everything.
8. Is Eris Morn becoming a Hive God?
Yes, it appears Eris Morn is on the path to becoming a Hive God, specifically the Hive God of Vengeance. She is collecting tithes from Guardians by having them participate in Hive rituals, strengthening herself and preparing to confront the Hive’s most dangerous threats.
9. What are tithes in relation to Eris Morn?
Tithes are offerings of power that sustain Hive Gods. Eris Morn, in her quest to become a Hive God of Vengeance, directs Guardians to perform rituals to collect these tithes, fueling her transformation and empowering her to combat the Hive.
10. How old is Eris Morn?
According to Hidden reports, Eris Morn was born in the Last City over 300 years ago. However, the exact nature of time and aging for Guardians who have been resurrected by the Traveler is complex and not fully understood.
11. Is Eris Morn blind?
While Eris Morn lost her original eyes, she replaced them with those of a Hive Acolyte. Therefore, she is not technically blind, but her vision is undoubtedly different from that of a typical Guardian.
12. What is the Dark Future?
The Dark Future is an alternate timeline detailed in an unlockable in-game lore book. In this timeline, the Darkness triumphs over the Traveler and the Guardians, and Eris Morn becomes a powerful villain corrupted by the Darkness.
13. Why is Eris Morn so knowledgeable about the Hive?
Eris Morn gained her vast knowledge of the Hive during her years trapped within the Hellmouth. She was forced to study their ways in order to survive, learning their language, their rituals, and their weaknesses.
14. What is Eris Morn’s relationship with Ikora Rey?
Eris Morn and Ikora Rey have a history together. They both participated in the Ahamkara hunts and share a deep understanding of the threats facing humanity. Ikora likely has a nuanced understanding of Eris’s current path and the sacrifices she has made.
15. Will Eris Morn eventually turn against the Guardians?
The question of whether Eris Morn will ultimately turn against the Guardians remains unanswered. Her actions are driven by a desire to protect humanity, but her methods are often questionable and her reliance on the Darkness could ultimately lead to her corruption. Only time will tell what her final fate will be.
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