A rare creature that dwells in the deepest dungeons of the realms. They can be recognized by the eyestalks protruding from their grotesque bodies, which feature a single gigantic eye. The beholder is renowned for its intelligence and psionic powers.
Gorjax is from an ancient species of the beholder, who lived in the deepest regions. He commanded a subterranean empire of enslaved beings. They say when his influence reached the surface, a band of crusaders ventured below and defeated him.
Not actually slain, Gorjax retreated back to his domain in a weakened state. There the countess enticed him with a sanctum here. Few adventurers have seen these creatures and lived to recount the experience! Be among those fortunate few and step on through!