Taraka

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also known as Binder's host, mightiest of the Rakasha, Lord of Hellwell

helper / ambiguous ally

Most powerful of the Rakasha imprisoned in Hellwell; negotiates freedom in exchange for helping Sam sack Heaven; temporarily possesses Sam's body; debates fleeing versus fighting the gods.

In Lord of Light (Roger Zelazny, 1967)