Animate dread warrior

Animate dread warrior was a necromancy spell that created an undead creature of the same name from the body of a deceased warrior. It was primarily, if not exclusively, used by the Red Wizards of Thay.

Effects
By casting this spell, a Red Wizard raised the corpse of a fallen combatant as a unique type of intelligent, powerful undead creature that was under their complete control.

Casting
In order for animate dread warrior to be cast, the corpse of a skilled fighter was required. It must have been dead for at least a full day before it could be raised.