As the king’s sword and brother, Set had a duty to protect the crown. He used his strength to ward off monstrous threats, and took pleasure in getting his hands bloody. But after learning of his brother’s affair with his wife, Set developed an insatiable rage. Taking the shape of a creature he would typically fight, he set out to enact revenge — and no one would be able to protect his brother.

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