Shadow demon

A shadow demon was the essence of a demon imprisoned in the form of a shadow.

Description
Shadow demons resembled wraiths or shadows but were in fact entirely different creatures. They were humanoid and had batlike wings.

Personality
Shadow demons reveled in corrupting souls and capturing them to sell and trade.

Combat
Shadow demons preferred to attack in ambushes. They were able to create an area of darkness around themselves that was impenetrable. Although their bodies were incorporeal, their claws became corporeal upon touch and easily rent flesh.

Abilities
Shadow demons were damaged or made helpless by sunlight and bright magical light. During any conditions other than full daylight, a shadow demon could disappear into the shadows. They could pass through solid objects at will, and their attacks passed through armor. They moved silently at all times.

Shadow demons were immune to fire, cold, electricity, poison, disease, sleep, paralysis, and stunning.

Society
Shadow demons served demon lords as spies, scouts, and assassins. They often worked alongside undead, shadar-kai and nightwalkers. Shadow demons rarely had much contact with other demons.

Locations
Shadow demons were found in the Abyss. They abounded in the Darkflame neighborhood of Zelatar.

History
In 1485–1486 DR, shadow demons were among the demons that walked the streets of Menzoberranzan and were later sent to aid in the (failed) defense of Q'Xorlarrin against the dwarves.

Appearances

 * Novels:
 * Shadow's Witness
 * Archmage