Shade

Shades are creatures that have had their minds invaded by spirits. Because only evil spirits would willingly take over a creature’s mind, shades are invariably evil. The spirits are usually invited by a sorcerer or wizard in the hopes of being able to control the unimaginable power that comes with being a shade. But, because they have only one spirit and to gain full power they require hundreds, they are nearly always overpowered. Evil spirits can also be forcibly put into another creature by powerful spellcasters that wish to create a shade, but without losing their own soul in the turmoil. Because there is such a variance in spirits, shades gain many abilities some would consider to be unnatural.

Twisted Mind. A shade’s mind is a dark and twisting labyrinth due to the nature of having so many spirits in one mind. Mortals are driven mad by trying to divine it. The shade’s mind is powerful enough to project spirits into other creatures, making them mind slaves.

The Shade’s Sword. A wound caused by a shade’s sword will cause constant pain until the curse is removed. They are expert swordsmen due to multiple lifetimes of experience. They can also use other weapons, but swords are often their weapon of choice due to their versatility.

Stab to the Heart. A shade that is stabbed through the heart is killed instantly. They can not be killed in other ways without magic. Shades generally do not wear armor because it reduces their ability to dodge attacks.