Aliases: The Thought-Eater, The Shadow in the Water

Description:

Typically manifests as a reflection behind observer’s own image in stagnant water. True form: translucent humanoid, slick-skinned, with leech-like mouth and faintly visible organs. Movement slow, deliberate.

Nature and Behaviour:

Feeds through optical contact. When a victim fixates upon its reflection, entity begins psychic extraction of memory, guilt, or shame. Sustained exposure results in identity erosion — subjects forget names, languages, and emotional connections.

The Mirrorleech displays mimicry of human expression; occasionally imitates weeping or smiling before striking.

Field Notes:

Recovered survivor (File MI-27-1993) exhibited mirror aversion and cognitive fragmentation. EEG data indicated identical neural patterns triggered by reflective stimuli — possible contamination through secondary reflections.

Containment Protocols:

Avoid reflective surfaces during fieldwork in the Mire. Cover water bodies when feasible. In containment, use matte enclosures; reflective avoidance training mandatory for personnel.