Rakanas

Rakanas are a fictional species featured in the role-playing game Pathfinder. They are a type of outsider, native to the Outer Planes of existence. Rakanas are known for their connection to the Plane of Shadow and are often depicted as shadowy, ethereal beings.

Physically, rakanas typically appear as tall, slender humanoids with dark, shadowy skin and glowing eyes. They often possess elongated limbs and sharp claws. Their forms are described as being somewhat indistinct, as if they are constantly shifting or partially incorporeal. This shadowy nature allows them to blend into darkness and move unseen.

In terms of abilities, rakanas are adept at manipulating shadows and illusions. They can create darkness, teleport through shadows, and often possess abilities that inflict fear or drain life force. Their connection to the Plane of Shadow grants them a natural affinity for stealth and deception. They are also known to have resistance to certain types of damage, particularly necrotic and cold.

Rakanas are generally portrayed as reclusive and manipulative creatures. They are not inherently evil, but their alien nature and their association with the Plane of Shadow often lead them to be perceived as dangerous or untrustworthy. They may act as spies, assassins, or servants for more powerful entities from the shadow realm. Their motivations are often inscrutable to mortals, driven by goals related to the balance of light and shadow or the expansion of their influence.