Nyarlathotep, also known as the Crawling Chaos, is a primordial god conceived by writer Howard Phillips Lovecraft. Appearing in numerous stories, it is described as a massive polyp with a long red tendril that can take on various forms as needed. One of the few Lovecraftian gods that can act freely, Nyarlathotep behaves in a more human-like manner compared to other beings. Known for offering useful services to its human servants, it has its own goals and manipulates humans to achieve them, often causing madness and suffering rather than simple destruction.

As the emissary of the Outer Gods and a servant of Azathoth, Nyarlathotep can instantly carry out any request from Azathoth. Capable of appearing in a myriad of different avatars, his forms are countless and varied, making it impossible to list them all. One of his avatars, known as the Black Pharaoh, resembles an Egyptian pharaoh, inspiring awe and fear in those who encounter him.

Inspired by a dream of Lovecraft, Nyarlathotep is depicted as a tall, dark figure similar to an Egyptian pharaoh. Gathering followers through miracles and strange devices, those who follow Nyarlathotep lose touch with reality, falling under his spell. Some suggest that Nikola Tesla served as an inspiration for this enigmatic figure, with his mesmerizing public demonstrations of scientific wonders. Despite appearing in only a handful of Lovecraft's works, Nyarlathotep is one of the most recurring deities in his writings.

As one of the few gods in the Mythos able to act independently, Nyarlathotep's behavior stands out from his peers. Instead of mindless destruction, he takes pleasure in causing fear, madness, and suffering among mortals, often interacting with them to fulfill his twisted desires through deceit. Serving as a messenger for the Outer Gods and the right hand of Azathoth, Nyarlathotep navigates his position to instill fear and respect within the cosmos, earning the nickname "the one with a thousand faces." With countless avatars at his disposal, Nyarlathotep's presence is both unpredictable and terrifying, embodying chaos and intrigue wherever he roams.