Ushabti

The Ushabti are large, magically animated guardian statues carved into the likeness of the gods and goddess of ancient Nehekhara. These statues stand guard and protect the perimeters of the necropolises of the Land of the Dead and the passageways of the great pyramids of the Tomb Kings. The Ushabti are imposing monuments to ancient Nehekhara's former power, and all who pass through their shadows tremble under their unnerving and imposing sight.

In times of need, the Liche Priests awaken the Ushabti with powerful incantations, allowing the spirits of ancient heroes to possess them. With the sound of cracking stone, the Ushabti step down from their plinths and daises, silent and ready for war. In ancient times, the living warriors of Nehekhara took great strength from the fact that the Ushabti fought alongside them, for who could fail to be inspired by the physical representations of their gods marching into battle at their sides.