The Wraith is a fictional creature often depicted in various forms of media, including literature, film, and video games. Typically characterized as a ghostly or spectral being, it embodies themes of death and the supernatural. Wraiths are often portrayed as malevolent entities that haunt the living, drawing on their fear and despair. In many stories, Wraiths are associated with darkness and the afterlife, serving as a reminder of mortality. They may possess abilities such as invisibility or the power to drain life energy from their victims. Their appearance can vary, but they are commonly shown as shadowy figures or cloaked in tattered robes.