Empusa

Empusa
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Alternate Names/Spellings	Empousa, (pl) Empousae, (pl) Empousai, Empusae, Empusai
Origins	Greek Mythology, Legend and Folklore
Alignment	Neutral Evil, Chaotic Neutral, Chaotic Evil
Element
Species	Infernal
Appearance	Beautiful vampiric maiden with a donkey's leg and a leg of brass (may be more or less monstrous)

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Origins[]

The Empusa is a creature with origins in Greek mythology, legend and folklore. In particular, accounts of its existence number it among numerous other frightening specters spoken of to children to warn them from harmful, dangerous or destructive behavior.

They are said to exist first and foremost as companions and emissaries of the elder goddess Hecate.