

Imps (besides ZixZax) appear as generic enemies.

All Imps seem to have a verbal tic were they will insert seemingly nonsense syllables at the end of their statements this disappears in later games.Ī number of Imps can be found throughout Nemesis, working for the more powerful residents. The Imps who are not working under the Black Ring wear colorful but simple clothing. There are a few non-Black Ring Imps, however ZixZax, Antx (who used to work for the Black Ring but left after it became to dangerous), and Antx's assistant. Imps are primarily encountered as enemies working for the Black Ring. It's unclear if these are the only Imps, however there were Imps on Rivellon all the way back in the time of Dragon Commander, and a significant number of Imps were working for Boreas in Hiberheim. They managed to escape the plane entirely, fleeing the demons from place to place. The Imps were originally subjugated by Nemesis' demonic overlords after making a one-sided deal with them in exchange for knowledge. This means they have the cleverness of demons without the inherent evil of their ancestor race. The Imps themselves claim to be a mixed breed of demons and an old, forgotten race. It's possible Xantezza simply became their patron after their arrival in Rivellon, much like Amadia with the Wizards and Undead. Despite this, evidence suggests Imps were originally from the world of Nemesis. According to Seven Gods, the Imps were created by Xantezza, who wanted a race gifted in intelligence and magic.
