Online:Spectral NPCs

There are some NPCs that appear as mostly transparent apparitions, instead of the normal solid appearance. These fall into four main categories.

Spirits

Spirits

Spirits are the most common type of spectral NPC. These are usually dead NPCs who have returned as apparitions, although some are NPCs who were magically trapped in either an inanimate object or some type of creature. They differ from Ghosts as they still retain their unique appearance, while ghosts have a generic appearance.

For more information, see the Spirit page.

Shadows

Shadows

Shadows are apparitions created through use of Shadow Magic. They are very dark spectres with small dots of purple light for eyes, but otherwise they retain the appearance and abilities^{[verification needed]} of the NPC they are based on. Shadows using older filters with varying appearances of transluscent and transparent black outlines with blue glowing eyes can be found in Elden Hollow II and Fungal Grotto II.

For more information, see the Shadow page

Projections

Projections

Projections are magically-created apparitions, either as a way to relay a message to someone or as a memorial. Visually, they are similar to spirits.

For more information, see the Projection page

Dro-m'Athra

Dro-m'Athra

Prior to Update 9, Dro-m'Athra looked similar to shadows. Now, most have an updated, more solid appearance, but the Dark Mane, Sa-m'Athras, and Elder Sa-m'Athras still have the spectral appearance.