Ah. Certainly in comparison, Tyr would seem almost merciful.

[ Which is to say, Tyr is merciless. But in a just way! As are most gods. Lolth is well-known for being ruthless, so Xenk isn't surprised to hear those rumors confirmed. He continues. ]

Thay was not without it's flaws by any means, but to doom us all would only yield success to Szass Tam's foul efforts. Saving my people and taking his army from him would be ideal, but I have yet to find anything that is capable of reversing the Beckoning Death.

[ Yeah, he's easily distracted by exposition. Good call on this one, Jarlaxle. ]