Rogue's Ascendance R.A

Betrayed, cast aside, played for a fool and finally cursed.
He wants nothing more than to spend the rest of his days grieving but it seems fate has other plans.
He was cursed to be nothing more than a stepping stone, a clown, an antagonist.
Done with the pain he finally stands up and decides to do something, to become more than what he is supposed to be.
What does he do...
Toy with the heroes?
Grow stronger?
Recruit the other villains?
Defy the ones who cursed him?
Answer:
All of the above.
Follow the tales of Azel the one who messes with destiny and gives fate the middle finger.