Spectres
Spectres were evil creatures only mentioned fleetingly in linguistic writings. Likely spectre was just another name for undead beings such as ghosts or wraiths.
Perhaps spectres were related to the Sindarin concept auth (Quenya ausa), referring to a spectral apparition.
Etymology
Spectre derives from Latin spectrum.
Portrayal in adaptations
1982-97: Middle-earth Role Playing:
Specters are rare, incorporeal Undead monsters. They are included among the minions of the Balrog of Moria.
Referencias
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