Shadow Being

Creatures of the darkness, appearing as shadows or tendrils of dark smoke. They are extensions of the Lord of Madness, and are joined to his mind. They are responsible for influencing many of the evil events in the world.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Tend to be amorphous creatures, usually appearing as puffs or tendrils of dark smoke. Can take slightly more substantial forms, but are always slightly smoky in appearance.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Tend to be faceless, but will occasionally manifest a grinning mouth in order to communicate.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Mostly congregated in the area around the Caves of the Elder Days and throughout the Dark Forest. Spies can be found anywhere in Mythador, though.

Average Intelligence

Depends on how much of the Lord's mind is connected to them. Most will only be of limited intelligence, bent on simply causing evil to happen, but others with specific tasks will be fully intelligent, and connected to his powers.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Are in touch with both the physical and spiritual realms, but have a hard time seeing into the elemental realm. They can feel the presence of elemental spirits, but can only see them when they enter the physical realm. Can enter the minds of men and animals who open themselves and take physical control of their bodies.

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Darkspeech

Lifespan

Immortal

Average Height

Depends on the form. Typically the size of a normal human, or occasionally an animal.

Average Weight

Weightless

Average Length

Tendrils tend to be around 7 1/2' to 8' long.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Smoky black. Seems to draw all light into itself