Variants

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• Inferius - Single CR 2.png
• [[Inferii - Swarm CR 5.png]]
• [[Inferii - Horde CR 10.png]]

Description

Inferii are reanimated corpses controlled by dark wizards, typically through dark magic. They are not living beings but rather animated puppets used for malevolent purposes.

Characteristics and Nature

• Reanimated Corpses: Dead bodies brought back to a semblance of movement through dark magic.
• Controlled by Dark Wizards: Act as puppets, following the commands of their animator.
• Not Living Beings: Lack independent thought, feeling, or life force.
• Appearance: Often decayed and waterlogged, with pale, translucent skin and empty, white eyes.

Abilities and Vulnerabilities

• Strength in Numbers: Though individually weak, they are dangerous in large groups.
• Vulnerable to Fire: Fire is one of the few things that can effectively destroy them, as they are susceptible to its destructive power.
• Magical Control: Their movements and actions are dictated by the dark wizard who animated them.

Magical Significance and Danger

• Dark Magic: Created and controlled through highly advanced dark magic.
• Guarding Dark Objects: Often used to guard dark objects and locations, such as Horcruxes.
• Threat to Wizards and Muggles: Pose a significant threat due to their relentless nature and ability to overwhelm.
• Fear and Despair: Their presence instills fear and despair, as they are a manifestation of dark magic's power over death.