Mystery Ablaze: What's the Fiery Fate in Larian's New Divinity Teaser?

Get ready, fans of epic tales and intricate lore, because Larian Studios' latest teaser for their upcoming Divinity game has set the internet on fire—literally and figuratively! The trailer, with its haunting vision of a man engulfed in flames inside a menacing wicker man, has sparked a flurry of speculation and fiery debates among fans trying to decipher its ominous message.

Brace yourselves for a deep dive into spoiler territory for the Divinity series. If you're planning a binge through those classics, turn back now—or read on if you're ready for a wild, theory-fueled ride!

The hottest theory on the block is that the unlucky soul in the fire is none other than Lucian—the charismatic human protagonist of Divine Divinity and a recurring heavyweight throughout the saga. With a storied past as the so-called 'Divine', Lucian was chosen by the Seven gods of Rivellon to stand against Chaos. His tale took a dark twist when he adopted Damian, unknowingly raising a vessel for the Lord of Chaos. Spoilers, indeed!

Lucian's legacy includes founding The Divine Order, a group fans will recognize as the Source-hunting zealots from Original Sin 2. Fast forward, and we find out Lucian faked his death, plotting from his hidden tomb to expunge the world's Source. The game's end could see him back as the Divine—or extinguished, depending on your in-game actions.

Enter the speculation: could the fiery figure be Lucian? Seems likely, especially if people discovered his once-awesome powers and dead gods are no more. The idea of a powerless Lucian facing retribution from a peeved populace makes perfect sense. But hey, the guy looks just like him! From his age to his beard, and a telltale star-shaped scar modeled after his staff—spot on!

Of course, other theories blaze fiercely. Perhaps he's not Lucian, but another tormented soul mocked in some grim ritual. Or could the flames consume Damian, that harbinger of Chaos? The stakes would be sky-high if the people of Rivellon turned their rage upon him.

The Reddit post that started the tizzy, courtesy of user ErzherzogHinkelstein in the DivinityOriginalSin thread, shows fans are ready with pitchforks—or wands—in hand, eager to see just who will rise from the ashes when the game finally drops. Until then, let those fiery theories burn bright!