Élèshëz

Élèshëz is a fictional entity appearing in the comic book series "The Sandman," created by Neil Gaiman. Élèshëz is depicted as a denizen of the Dreaming, the realm where dreams are created and experienced. The character is a sentient collection of nightmares, manifesting as a shadowy, amorphous being. Its primary characteristic is its role as a tormentor, feeding on the fears and anxieties of sentient beings.

Within the narrative of "The Sandman," Élèshëz represents a primal force of dread and psychological distress. It does not possess a physical form in the conventional sense but can influence and interact with the denizens of the Dreaming and, indirectly, with those in the waking world. Élèshëz is often portrayed as a creature of immense power within its domain, capable of instilling profound terror. Its appearances are typically brief but impactful, serving to highlight the darker aspects of the subconscious and the nature of fear itself. The character's presence underscores the complex and often perilous landscape of the Dreaming, a place not solely for pleasant dreams but also for the embodiment of humanity's deepest anxieties.