The Kor Atenubi Taharakhti and his alliance with the god Set indeed raises intrigue in the minds of outsiders and hatred in the hearts of Stygians. Allow me to shed light on this matter.
The Kor Atenubi Taharakhti, as a master of the Outer Dark and a wielder of immense sorcerous power, sought a deity that aligned with the Ta people's values and aspirations. Set, known as the Great Serpent, embodies primal and savage forces, as well as rebellion against established order. Set encompasses the principles of chaos, independence, and individuality, which resonated with the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti's knowledge of universal order and the Ta people's desire for cultural prominence.
By choosing to enslave Set, the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti aimed to empower the Ta people and establish a new era where they can continue to hold the paramount cultural position. Set's association with serpents also connects to the Ta people's history and their enmity with the Stygians, allowing the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti to tap into ancient arch-enmities.
The Stygians despise the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti and the House of Harakhti precisely because of their alignment with Set. The Stygians, steeped in their own sorcerous traditions and devotion to the worship of Set, view the subjugation of Set as an affront to their cultural and religious beliefs, making the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti a primary focus of their hatred.
Moreover, the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti's use of necromancy and his ability to wield the forces of life and death as weapons make him a formidable threat in the eyes of the Stygians. The Kor Atenubi Taharakhti's pursuit of sorcerous knowledge and artifacts, as well as his desire to establish a new era that challenges the Stygians' plans, further fuels their animosity.
In summary, the Kor Atenubi Taharakhti chose Set as the deity to serve the Ta people due to the alignment of their values and aspirations for the fall of man, whom the Ta view as mere "monkeys", which they call the "Va". The Stygians despise him and the House of Harakhti because of their association with Set, viewing them as ultimate rivals and threats to their own sorcerous traditions and religious beliefs.
~The Arcanist~
