Þruum

Þruum is a fictional entity that appears in the works of author H.P. Lovecraft. It is not a character in the traditional sense but rather a cosmic entity or force described within the Cthulhu Mythos. Information regarding Þruum is extremely limited and primarily found in brief mentions or allusions, contributing to its enigmatic nature.

Lovecraft often employed such entities to convey a sense of the vast, indifferent, and incomprehensible universe. Þruum is typically associated with otherworldly realms and possesses a scale that dwarfs human comprehension. Its true form, origins, and purpose, if any, remain undefined, further emphasizing the themes of cosmic horror and the insignificance of humanity.

Scholars and fans of Lovecraftian fiction often speculate about Þruum's significance, interpreting its sparse mentions as symbolic representations of ultimate chaos or primordial forces beyond mortal understanding. Its presence, however brief, serves to deepen the sense of awe and dread that characterizes Lovecraft's cosmic horror. The name itself, with its unusual phonetic construction, is often cited as an example of Lovecraft's method of creating alien and unsettling nomenclature for his Mythos entities.