Creatures of FASA

FASA 365 Day 266, Inmortui Rattus Norvegicus Rex, (Lich King Rat) 10 inch. 16-18 counting the tail. Omnivore, Spell Caster. Speaks English… which in itself is quite alarming.

The story goes…
The parties swordsman, managed to attack from behind and drive his blade through the Lich Kings Skull.
The Lich, however, managed to transfer his consciousness into a nearby rat, just before the vanquishing blow.
When the Lich, with sword planted firmly in his skull, failed to attempt retaliation; members, kicked, prodded, poked, and summarily tested the “lifeless” lich.
Ultimately opting to take no chances, they prepared to set the body ablaze.
Long story short; the flames rose up. Illuminating the room.
It was at this point the party’s sorcerer asked “Does anyone else hear that squeaking”, Something about it seems familiar.”
The party then turned in unison to see a large group of rats congregating in the corner.
The last words any of them heard was that of the party’s healer. She said, “They look like rats… except – that – one. Why is he pointing at us?
Scorch marks on the floor is all anybody can find of the party.

Artists Note: This was Day 266, with this being a Leap Year, that means, only 100 more to do for this challenge.
I’m in the homestretch now baby!