Category:Golems

Golem is simply a specific term for certain types of constructs. Although most undead are constructs, including some which believe themselves not to be (Individuals who willing become undead after offers from certain dangerous mages), they are not considered golem. A golem is something which has been animated artificially from something that has not had a life of its own. A golem can be made of material that was once living, but for instance a flesh golem is different from a zombie due the material in question stemming from multiple sources. Debates do still break out over the classification of flesh golems in any case. Most golems are made by Thaumaturges, as this magic has the simplest animation magic and the users favour letting devices do their work for them, but varying types of magic all have some sort of golem. Golems are simple creatures, mostly because making anything sentient would be a process involving the storage of souls into a vessel, much like the creation of a lich, except being done to unwilling subjects, and is rightly frowned upon. They are smarter than the basic undead, able to understand more complex orders than the kill, guard, etc of the undead minion. Many are also more durable due to their ability to be made from a variety of materials instead of rotting flesh. Overall, they superior to undead in strength, durability, intelligence, loyalty, and exhibit regenerative properties. They are quite a bit more expensive, however.

Mindless
Common slaves

Intelligent
Created via experimentation

Notables

 * Aline