Fray

Not all the Undead found on Lume are of humanoid origin. The corpses of beasts are also put to use, serving as steeds, servants, even hunters. Stalwart creatures that require little sustenance, they can, for long periods, be tasked with guarding sanctuaries and other areas of import. Frays are the historically preferred choice for reanimation by Necrocasters, however the practice has dwindled since the aftermath of the Liche Liege.

For undocumented reasons, Frays are restored with an intellect proportionate to their acumen before death. All beast-like Necrofauna learn via osmosis, increasingly so if the creature keeps regular company with the living. Kor, the skeletal familiar of the healer and necromancer Mestat, is one such creature. While it could be argued that cleverness makes them no less dangerous, they can be reasoned with, and as such are the most widely accepted of all the Undead.

There is great diversity among their number; only the ability of the Caster limits the target of revivification. The beasts may be large or small, skeletal or cadaverous, and still others ablaze. Records predating the Liche Liege indicate that Frays may develop over time, growing in size, ability, and picking up a few tricks along the way.

Companions for the cantankerous, they are not above providing helpful criticism to their crotchety colleagues.