For those who haven't already read "The Embrace of Darkness," you can find it on my profile page or in Fantasy & Sci Fi. I'll start posting links for topics like this once the forum trusts that I'm not the SpamBot5000 in disguise. (though really, what spambot could possibly have wit and animal magnetism on par with me?)
Recently, some friends who read the story likened Erebus to Trigon from the DC Universe (i.e., Raven's dad). I agree the two entities are indeed similar in some respects, though based on what I've read of Trigon, I don't necessarily think they have the exact same personality; nor do I picture them having pints together at the villain pub.
Which brings us, dear readers, to the question of this thread: In your opinion, how does Erebus compare to other similar beings seen in the various fiction franchises? (personality-wise especially)