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Slumbering Wraith

Imprisoned source of the Dreadgod experiments and labyrinth authority.See biography and relationships

Slumbering Wraith is a recurring character or sentient entity in Cradle. Imprisoned source of the Dreadgod experiments and labyrinth authority.

Biography

Books 9–12

Imprisoned and feeding through the labyrinth for ages. The governing motive is to end the Monarch-fed hunger system and prevent Shen replacing him. Acting on that priority, the character attacks explorers through labyrinth; gives Lindon an echo/blessing; reveals Monarch causation. The resulting choices connect the character to the phase's central relationships and pressures, including labyrinth prison; Reigan Shen. (Chapters 203–216)

Appearance and personality

White flesh, hunger aura, chained body on a throne; ancient, bitter, half-lost, and desperate for release.

Sacred arts and abilities

Hunger and labyrinth control

Animates hunger echoes/ghouls, shifts rooms, drains intruders, and exerts authority throughout the labyrinth. Limits include ancient seals and weakening imprisonment. (Chapters 203; 209–215)

Relationships

  • Four Dreadgods: derived children
  • Reigan Shen: killer and thief
  • Lindon: successor to labyrinth authority

Items

  • Core binding: Removed from corpse and stolen by Reigan Shen.