Shadowcat (Monster, Voice range: Eerie, soft, and predatory)

Creature Type: Abyssal Beast 

Alignment: Neutral Evil 

Habitat: Gravewoods, cursed glades, forgotten ruins 

Threat Level: Moderate–High

The Shadowcat is a sleek, otherworldly predator cloaked in fur so black it seems to drink the light around it. Its eyes glow faintly with hues of molten amber or pale violet, often the only warning before it strikes. Born from the folds between worlds, the Shadowcat is not entirely physical, slipping between shadows with the ease of thought.

These creatures are silent stalkers, preferring to observe their prey for hours—sometimes days—before striking. It is said they are drawn to sources of magic, particularly items or individuals radiating arcane energy. Victims are often found untouched but lifeless, bearing only a single precise wound and an expression of abject terror.

Shadowcats are feared not just for their lethality but for their eerie mimicry. They’ve been known to imitate voices—usually of lost loved ones—luring travelers away from safety with cruel precision.

Notable Traits:

• Phase Step: Can teleport short distances between shadows.
• Arcane Hunger: Gains strength from consuming magical creatures or items.
• Mimic Cry: Can reproduce voices it has heard to lure or confuse prey.