Game Master reference / Monster
Description and lore
A small, stinging creature keeps close to the shade. Its watchful interest suggests a possible bargain as readily as an ambush.
The small figure keeps to the edge of the lamplight. Its interest sharpens whenever the conversation turns to a favor.
From the shade, an offered bargain can sound almost reasonable. The sting remains visible beneath the careful words.
At a glance
A small, stinging creature keeps close to the shade. Its watchful interest suggests a possible bargain as readily as an ambush.
| Vitality | Intellect | Might | Tact | Agility | Spirit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | d4 | d4 | d4 | d4 | d4 |
Affinities: Vitality d4, Might d4, Agility d4, Intellect d4, Tact d4, Spirit d4.
Skill overrides: Ward d6.
Resolve 2; Stamina 3; Mana 4. Movement 25 feet.
Player Book idea: Small creature protected by unholy shade.
Use: Basic attack · Sting: Might + supplemental d4 Wound (piercing).
Effect - Signature: Venom; Shade Step. Weakness to Holy-tagged damage, no free multitype immunity.
Counterplay: Bright light blocks its shadow escape.
Relationship: Sentient pact partner; not an owned animal.
Something small withdraws behind the lamp's shadow. From that narrow darkness comes a voice asking what the favor is worth.
“A small favor. You may even enjoy doing it.”
“Ask the whole question before you like the answer.”