Veil of the Somber Abysswalker
A shrouded figure drifts silently through the shadows, its form flickering in and out of reality like smoke caught in a gentle breeze. Cloaked in an ethereal veil of darkness, it appears almost liquid, gliding along surfaces with a grace that belies its ominous presence. Its features are obscured, and the air around it seems to warp, creating a sense of disorientation in anyone close. Strange whispers can be heard emanating from the depths of its form, murmuring lamentations that chill the air. This entity thrives on the despair of others, drawing power from their fears and sorrows, and seeking to ensnare the unwary within its mournful embrace.
Stat Block
Medium Undead, Chaotic Evil
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 102 (15d8 + 30)
Speed 0 ft., fly 60 ft. (hover)
STR 10 (+0)
DEX 20 (+5)
CON 14 (+2)
INT 12 (+1)
WIS 16 (+3)
CHA 18 (+4)
Saving Throws DEX +9, WIS +7, CHA +8
Skills Stealth +9, Perception +7, Insight +7
Damage Immunities Poison, Psychic; Blinded
Condition Immunities Charmed, Deafened, Frightened, Paralyzed
Senses Darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 17
Languages Understands all languages it knew in life but can’t speak
Challenge 7 (2,900 XP)
Abilities
Shadow Veil. The creature can move through walls, ceilings, and floors as though they were difficult terrain. It can only end its turn in an unoccupied space.
Despair's Grasp. Any creature that starts its turn within 30 feet of the creature must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the start of its next turn.
Life Drain. Melee Spell Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 25 (4d10) necrotic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or have its hit point maximum reduced by an amount equal to the necrotic damage taken. This reduction lasts until the target finishes a long rest.
Mournful Echo (Recharge 5-6). The creature releases a chorus of keening voices. Each creature of its choice within 60 feet that can hear it must make a DC 16 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes 36 (8d8) psychic damage and is stunned until the end of its next turn. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isn’t stunned.
Actions
Multiattack. The creature makes two Life Drain attacks.
Invisibility. The creature can magically turn invisible until it attacks or chooses to end the effect as a bonus action. This invisibility does not break if it attacks a creature that is frightened.
Encounters with this entity are intensified by its ability to manipulate fears and memories, often creating ripple effects of doubt and despair among party members. Adventurers must be careful not to let the whispers take root in their minds.
