Sobek
Last updated 2026-09-10
Sobek is one of the gods defeated by King Deshret and brought into his service as one of the Seven Pillars.[3] He was known as the "Crocodile King".
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Among the Seven Pillars, the Crocodile King embodies the strength of King Deshret. While ruling over war with a hot-tempered and straightforward nature, he also blesses the land with abundance. His statues are commonly found in oases and water temples. Legend tells that he was King Deshret's foremost general, who campaigned across many lands. Awed by his raw strength, tenacity, and fury, some mercenaries secretly worship him as their god. Sobek was once competitive and bellicose, but after being imprisoned in Aaru alongside Heryshaf and Thoth, he had to pass the time with tabletop games, and has since grown more easygoing.[3]
Appearance
This creature appears to be an anthropomorphic animal with a crocodile's head, half of which is blue, and on its head it has a miniature statue of something, and it has a muscular build.
Quests and Events
Archon Quests
Story
When the Archon War began, Sobek was among the gods defeated by King Deshret. Along with the gods Heryshaf and Thoth, were appointed as one of the Seven Pillars of King Deshret. He became Deshret's most foremost general, leading campaigns across many lands.[3]
It's said the trio, seeing how Deshret mourned his losses, pushed Deshret to rebel against the Heavenly Principles and make use of forbidden knowledge. Twice they were rebuked, but he eventually convinced Deshret to give in and seek immortality.[4]
At some point, they were banished to Aaru for self-described wickedness,[2] where he would spend his time playing chess with Heryshaf and Thoth.
Gallery
Trivia
- Sobek Oasis in the Hypostyle Desert is named after him.
Etymology
- Sobek (Egyptian: sbk) is the Egyptian god of the Nile, crocodiles, strength, power, and fertility. In art, he was often depicted as a man with the head of a crocodile, or as a crocodile itself.
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Sobek |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 索贝克 Suǒbèikè |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 索貝克 Suǒbèikè |
| Japanese | ソベク Sobeku |
| Korean | 소베크 Sobekeu |
| Spanish | Sobek |
| French | Sobek |
| Russian | Себек Sebek |
| Thai | Sobek |
| Vietnamese | Sobek |
| German | Sobek |
| Indonesian | Sobek |
| Portuguese | Sobek |
| Turkish | Sobek |
| Italian | Sobek |