Denizens of the Abyss without corporeal form, they are borne of the essence of evil that fills the plane. Others say that they are the form of a demon that has been trapped without a corporeal form as punishment for some wrongdoing. They trade in souls, using their abilities to trap spirits and souls. They are also interested in tempting and corrupting mortals. <b class="small">Note:</b> Shadow demons differ in the <u>Tome of Horrors</u>, having differing powers and a CR of 6.