Headless

Riding atop a powerful, black stallion, head in one hand and a great, flaming sword in the other. The Headless is vengeance given form. He stalks the night as a predator seeking out any vulnerable targets and putting them to the sword. 
AKA: The Horseman, the Rider. 
== Origin Story: ==
The Headless is a spectral phenomena created by Magick-users. They are headless presumably because they cannot act of their own free will and so act on the will of whoever controls them. Only those well versed in black magick, necromancy or infernalism should be able to summon one of the Headless to do their bidding. 
== Facts: ==
-Technically, a Headless is a type of Undead, but they are also like Ghosts in that they can turn incorporeal at times. They are created specifically when a Magick-user summons the ghost of someone who died a dark and violent death. 
-Headless are always riding atop something: usually a horse, but sometimes other beasts are used. In modern times they are frequently seen riding motorcycles as well (in Japan in the last half century, there have been several violent encounters with Headless atop motorcycles).
-Headless always appear freakish, dark and frightening when in their natural form.
-Headless are highly resistant to damage and can take a great deal before finally going down. 
-Headless never act with indecision. They follow the whim of their masters and strike quickly and suddenly, knowing who their targets are and finding them with the skill and precision of a practiced hunter. 
-Hellfire is closely associated with Headless. Many tales of the Headless include supernatural weapons that burn with an unnatural heat, fire spurting from the mouths of the Headless' severed head, or flames erupting from the nostrils of their mount. The hoof prints left behind by a Headless are said to appear hot and smokey for several moments after the Headless is gone. 
== Powers: ==
-Horsemen always have a powerful, supernatural ride. Usually a horse or motorcycle, they can ride into battle atop their stead at super speed to cut down opponents quickly. This mount will not respond to anyone else and it may attack anyone who tries to tame or ride it. 
-Highly Resilient = Horsemen are built to be tough and can take a ton of damage. Their flesh is resistant to both cutting and bashing damage, although supernatural or elemental attacks can still harm them normally.
-Incorporeal = Horsemen can choose to turn incorporeal at will. In their incorporeal form they can pass through solid matter like a ghost. This ability is limited, however, and using it too frequently will drain the Headless of power. 
-Minor fire magick, Headless can often cause their weapons to burn red hot and inflict instantly cauterized wounds on their targets. Their mounts often spit flames as well. 
Category:Spirit
Category:Death
Category:Infernal
Category:Bestiary
Category:Supernaturals