A monster whose name means "stripping away the spirit." Though its existence has been known and feared for ages, many mysteries about its ecology remain. Despite possessing great intelligence and magical prowess, it is unknown whether it has human-like feelings or can communicate via language. Some theories suggest that these creatures eat the brains of intelligent life-forms to acquire their knowledge and that they were once human. But one thing remains clear: everyone who has fought a mindflayer has suffered great spiritual damage. Even if they emerge victorious, none are willing to face one again. |