Wraith
Translucent. Persistent. Drains life force through direct contact.
Also known as: Fetch · Shade · Revenant · Specter
Global
Active
IncorporealUndeadLife DrainTerritorial
Overview
The Wraith represents one of the most documented categories of incorporeal undead entities currently active across all inhabited continents. Standing between 1.7 and 2.1 meters in height, these translucent humanoid forms demonstrate consistent behavioural patterns focused on life force extraction from living beings. Classification as an incorporeal entity stems from their demonstrated ability to phase through solid matter while maintaining coherent form and directed intelligence.
Danger assessment places Wraiths at Level 8 due to their capacity for rapid life force drain, resistance to conventional physical deterrents, and documented cases of permanent victim incapacitation. Unlike other spectral entities, Wraiths exhibit purposeful hunting behaviours rather than random manifestation patterns.
History & Mythology
Historical documentation of Wraith encounters spans approximately 3,000 years, with earliest recorded instances appearing in Mesopotamian burial records circa 1200 BCE. Celtic folklore extensively catalogues similar entities under the designation ‘Fetch,’ describing translucent figures that appeared as pale imitations of recently deceased individuals. Medieval European records from 1347-1353 noted significant Wraith activity correlating with plague outbreaks, suggesting possible symbiotic relationships with mass mortality events.
The term ‘Wraith’ entered common usage through Scottish Highlands documentation in the 16th century, where clan records detailed encounters with ‘grey walkers’ that drained vitality from livestock and humans. Victorian spiritualists incorrectly classified Wraiths as passive manifestations, leading to numerous documented fatalities among amateur investigators between 1870-1900.
Physical Description
Wraiths manifest as humanoid silhouettes standing 1.7-2.1 meters tall, with translucent bodies that maintain approximately 30-40% opacity under normal lighting conditions. The entity’s form appears as a negative space outline filled with shifting grey vapour, with no discernible facial features beyond hollow eye sockets that emit a faint blue-white luminescence. Extremities taper to indistinct points, with hands that can solidify sufficiently to make physical contact when required.
Temperature drops of 15-20 degrees Celsius consistently occur within a 3-meter radius of active Wraiths. The entity’s movement produces no sound, though sensitive audio equipment has detected subsonic vibrations at 14-16 Hz during manifestation. Photographic evidence shows Wraiths as dark silhouettes against lighter backgrounds, with digital cameras experiencing consistent malfunction when focused directly on the entity for more than 8-10 seconds.
Behaviour & Temperament
Wraiths demonstrate solitary hunting patterns with peak activity occurring between 2:00-4:00 AM, correlating with natural circadian rhythm nadirs in potential human victims. The entity exhibits territorial behaviour, typically claiming areas of 2-3 square kilometers around locations with historical significance to death or trauma. Intelligence assessment indicates problem-solving capabilities and tactical thinking, as evidenced by documented cases of Wraiths manipulating environmental factors to isolate prey.
Aggression levels remain consistently high when Wraiths encounter living beings within their claimed territory. The entity demonstrates no social structure beyond individual territorial claims, with multiple Wraiths maintaining distinct boundaries rather than cooperative behaviours. Combat engagement shows Wraiths prioritising stealth approaches over direct confrontation, utilising their incorporeal nature to bypass physical barriers and security measures.
Habitat & Territory
Wraiths establish territories in locations with documented histories of traumatic death, violence, or prolonged suffering. Preferred environments include abandoned hospitals, battlefield sites, former execution grounds, and residential properties with multiple unexplained deaths. The entity shows particular affinity for structures built on former burial grounds or sites of historical significance to mortality.
Geographic distribution appears global, with confirmed Wraith territories documented on every inhabited continent. Urban environments provide optimal conditions due to higher population density and increased likelihood of suitable anchor locations. Rural manifestations typically center around historical sites, abandoned settlements, or locations of significant past trauma.
Diet & Hunting
Wraiths sustain themselves through direct extraction of bioelectric energy from living organisms, preferentially targeting humans due to higher neural activity and life force concentration. The feeding process requires physical contact, during which the entity drains approximately 15-20% of victim’s total life energy per contact episode. Complete feeding cycles typically require 3-4 contact sessions over a 48-72 hour period.
Secondary prey includes large mammals, though extraction efficiency decreases significantly with non-human targets. Domestic animals exhibit extreme avoidance behaviours around active Wraith territories, suggesting instinctual recognition of the threat. Plant life within Wraith territories shows accelerated decay and wilting patterns, indicating possible ambient life force absorption during periods between active feeding.
Notable Sightings
Maritime research team reported contact with translucent humanoid figure near former plague hospital ruins. Two team members required emergency evacuation after experiencing sudden onset fatigue and hypothermia. Digital recording equipment showed 47 minutes of corrupted data.
Security cameras captured 8-minute footage of shadowy figure moving through Cell Block 12. Night security guard found unconscious with core temperature of 94°F and no memory of previous 6 hours. Medical examination revealed no underlying cause for hypothermia.
Castle staff documented multiple encounters with ‘Dame Verte’ manifestation showing new aggressive behaviours. Visiting historian experienced direct contact resulting in 3-day hospitalization for severe exhaustion. Thermal imaging confirmed 18-degree temperature anomaly in affected areas.
Paranormal investigation team recorded EMF spikes exceeding 25 milligauss throughout former patient wards. Lead investigator collapsed during filming, requiring medical intervention for acute energy depletion. Analysis of footage revealed translucent figure maintaining 2-meter proximity to victim for 12 minutes prior to collapse.
Threat Assessment
Wraiths present High threat classification due to their demonstrated capability for permanent harm to human victims and resistance to conventional deterrent methods. Life force extraction can result in permanent neurological damage, chronic fatigue disorders, and in documented cases, death through complete bioelectric depletion. The entity’s incorporeal nature renders most physical security measures ineffective.
Recommended approach protocols include immediate evacuation from confirmed Wraith territories and deployment of electromagnetic interference equipment operating at 14-16 Hz frequencies. Iron-based barriers show limited effectiveness, providing temporary deterrence rather than permanent solutions. Professional intervention requires specialized equipment and extensive safety protocols due to documented investigator casualties.
WTCNN Field Notes
WTCNN field teams have documented seventeen confirmed Wraith encounters across six continents since 2018, with investigation protocols requiring mandatory medical monitoring due to proximity exposure risks. Our equipment insurance premiums have increased by 340% specifically due to electromagnetic anomalies recorded during Wraith investigations, leading to policy discussions about hazard pay classifications for field crews.
The entity’s consistent behaviour patterns across global locations suggest either shared instinctual programming or possible inter-dimensional communication networks that frankly exceed our current understanding of incorporeal entity sociology. Recent collaboration with quantum physicists has yielded preliminary theories about bioelectric field manipulation, though explaining the findings to our legal department remains challenging.
