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Golem

“Y-You’re one of them aren’t you?” The

little blonde looked up at the hulking creature. It was not made of flesh of any kind, but its glittering stone eyes gave the spark of knowledge and life. It was somehow clunky in movement and simultaneously fluid as it moved in a way that implied that it was elated to be recognised, excited even.

The child couldn’t explain why or how she could feel the happiness coming from it... she couldn’t help the instinct to shy away. Creatures this large typically weren’t very friendly in this part of the forest.

“C-Can you talk?” She asked slowly approaching, defensive. It shook its head, shoulders sagging, clearly sad, “That’s okay... I’m sure the town would be happy to see you - we might even need a bit of help! Would you come?” Slowly the being extended its hand, letting the child lead the way. Gingerly, she touched a finger, little hand not at all wrapping around even the smallest digit.

“I’ve never touched a golem before... you’re so smooth!” If they could’ve smiled at each other, they would’ve for now the golem was perfectly content to let the little child lead the way. Onward, to new purpose.

--u/BurgundyRedFreckles

From either the skills, or perhaps accidents of magic users powerful and not, came the spark of seemingly forbidden life, taking a hulking and massive (usually humanoid) form as the fleshless beings known as golems. Originally crafted with the intent to serve a master, they do their best to carry out functions set to them until they are released/destroyed, fearing neither and happy to enjoy any amount of life. When created by accident, they make their own purpose, never confining themselves to one specific trait, not when they’ve received the gift of life like everyone else. Unlike what is spoken of them, they take no solace or comfort in destroying, only building, and surprisingly simple goals.





Blood From a Stone

Most Golems are of incredible size rivaling the stature of goliaths with an average 7 foot tall height, no one golem looks the same, made of hundreds of different materials that are usually organic. The main components of a golem are at least 1 arm and/or leg, a head, and any assorted number of eyes in any place - made usually of onyx or another hard stone. More powerful golems have geode or crystalline eyes - most uncommon being geode. Most golems have no hair to offer, but in an attempt to look more likeable, most decorate themselves with leaves, or moss. Some can have tails, others may even have horns, but all of them lack any ability to swim. Without a need to breathe, eat, or sleep, golems have their own way of rest - they need at minimum four hours of uninterrupted meditation to gain a full rest.

No Distance too Great

Without a proper language to communicate in, golems find it difficult to live among others, preferring a nomadic life and travelling to astounding distances to seek greater purpose, often leaving impressive constructs in their wake. Unfortunately for them, they’re often made to function without the use of language or any semblance of vocal chords or speaking. Golems typically communicate via a very limited forms of telepathy, they can convey simple emotion, and answer yes or no. Most golems gesture with a mild form of sign language, and a very limited number can send pictures to convey a feeling, but it’s incredibly uncommon.