Necromancer (WAR Lore)
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Necromancers are human sorcerers who manipulate dark magic to perform necromancy, which gives them the power to extend their lifespan as well as cast spells to raise and control the dead. They can also drain the life force from their enemies and make them age unnaturally. The first and greatest Necromancer was Nagash.
The fear of the Undead by regular folk results in most Necromancers being shunned and cast out from civilization. They can be found living on the fringes of society, often near cemeteries in insignificant settlements where they can avoid the attentions of the Witch Hunters. Most end up joining the retinue of a powerful Vampire Count, acting as their lieutenant.
Towards the end of their extended lives, Necromancers become so saturated with necromantic magic that many of them are transformed into Liche - undead sorcerers with just a fraction of their former power.