This terrifying creature of the underground depths has a deformed, hunched silhouette, with sharp, irregular growths resembling stone formations protruding from it. Its body is covered with hard, cracked skin that looks like old, weathered rock. The skin seems to pulse from within with a faint, bluish glow, as if an ancient, unknown energy smolders inside. This ancient shell also has strange protective properties, making it resistant to most physical attacks. The pulsating inner light is unsettling, as if it conceals a power whose nature remains a mystery.

Its hollow, sunken eye sockets emit a dim, sickly light, giving it the appearance of a being animated by dark forces. These eyes, devoid of any sign of life, create the impression that it can see things beyond ordinary senses, as if it can perceive movements of magic or the emotions of its victims. Its face is filled with horror – toothless, with a gaping maw resembling a void, from which an eerie hiss emanates, resonating through the underground caves. This hiss, echoing in the dark corridors, terrifies other creatures, creating an atmosphere of dread and tension. Long, thin arms end in sharp claws capable of tearing through rock and flesh, and climbing vertical walls, making it particularly dangerous in confined spaces. From its forearms grow long, thin tendrils that serve as feelers to sense vibrations in the surroundings, allowing it to navigate in the dark and detect every movement, even the slightest tremor in the air.

It moves quietly and smoothly, almost like a shadow, able to blend into the cave environment, remaining unnoticed by its prey. Its body, though gaunt and irregular, hides extraordinary strength, making it a deadly adversary in underground labyrinths, where every step could be the last. Its movements are filled with a kind of sinister grace, as if every action is deliberate and precise. It can lie in wait for hours in one spot, waiting for the right moment to strike, with a patience that seems almost inhuman. When it finally attacks, it does so with sudden and brutal force, giving its victims no chance to defend themselves.

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This creature lives in deep, dark caves, far from sunlight, which is deadly to it. Living in such conditions has allowed it to adapt perfectly to life in darkness, making it a master of stealth and concealment. Its senses are highly tuned, and its hearing and touch allow it to detect the presence of other creatures from a great distance. The tendrils, moving almost silently, can explore every nook and cranny of the cave, searching for potential prey or threats.

In moments of danger, it can emit an even stronger, bluish light, disorienting opponents and allowing it to escape or prepare for an attack. This is especially useful when surrounded by multiple enemies – the light flashes like lightning, blinding everything around and giving it time to hide again in the darkness. This ability makes it so difficult to defeat – you never know when it will attack or when it will choose to vanish without a trace.

It is full of contradictions – gaunt yet strong, slow and patient, but capable of sudden, brutal attacks. Its terrifying appearance and ability to blend into the environment make it one of the most dangerous inhabitants of the underground depths. Anyone who decides to descend into its realm must be prepared for a fight for survival, where every step could attract its attention, and every careless movement of air could lead to a tragic end.