Bestiary: Queen of Shadows

In a distant kingdom, hidden within the shadows of ancient forests and caves, rules the Queen of Shadows — mistress of spiders and guardian of forgotten secrets. Once, she was an ordinary girl, known for her kindness and wisdom, but a wicked spell forever altered her appearance and soul, making her an immortal keeper of darkness. Now, her skin glows with a cold light, and the spiders weaving delicate chains around her serve as her eyes and ears.

Brave souls who dare to enter her realm in search of answers or ancient artifacts may receive her help, but the Queen demands a price — memories of their past. She extends her ethereal hand, offering a deal, though a deep sorrow lingers in her eyes, as if she awaits the one who will one day release her from the curse, paying their own price in return.