Surrender of the Brutal King

The mix of divine beings and supernatural traits created a unique universe. I'm curious how much of this was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

His actions feel so layered, making me wonder if the story encourages us to sympathize with him or see him as purely evil. What was others' take on his character arc?

The world-building is rich but also deeply personal. I wonder if there was a conscious choice to prioritize mythology or if character growth shaped the mythos.