The Camo Demon
Posted by Meg
A creative new entry from Ari!
My drawing skills are mediocre at best, but since I wanted it to appear to be at least somewhat professional, I went for a cave painting vibe. Thanks for giving other people the chance to be creative, and above all, keep being awesome!
– Ari
The Camo Demon:
Fear your wards, for where the camo demon resides, no man is safe! All camo demons on record have taken the shape of a cobra, though they are almost always translucent in their original state. As their name implies, they have the ability to capture the appearance of their surroundings. Fret not, though, as there are very few things snake-shaped creatures can turn into. Unfortunately, as they have evolved, they have taken a liking to phase into the shape of a warding circle. Make sure to check your circles regularly and, if at all possible, memorize the shapes and orders or your wards.
As far as this messenger can tell, camo demons are not literate, but can recognize and memorize patterns they have seen in the past. Therefore it is prudent that you mark your warding circle with some kind of blatant reminder that can warn you of a camo demon’s presence, something that has significance to you that would not appear on another warding circle.
Try to avoid combat at all costs with a camo demon, as they are known to constrict their victims, as well as inject them with a fast-acting, deadly venom through their bite. If there is no other option, they can be killed the old-fashioned way, by breaking their false wards with warded steel. If you have no warded weaponry, your only option is to last until daybreak. Burrow yourself into a cave or crevice, throw sticks and stones, form a distraction, or try to sneak away. Be creative, and use your mind. If all else fails and you are trapped in a corner, pray to the creator for your impending salvation.
This has been a bulletin from the messenger’s guild.
Thank you to Ari for introducing us to the Camo Demon. Such an inventive idea to have the demon turn into a ward circle. Check back soon for more entries.