Zaqqum (Monster)

A self-aware tree that has a face. It stands perfectly still among less-sinister trees until an unsuspecting passerby gets too close, at which point there is no escape from its nimble advance. While lying in wait, the Zaqqum will keep its eyes and mouth shut so as to look as indistinguishable as possible from a withered tree. It cannot, however, conceal the faint red light emitted from the hole on the top of its head, meaning any travelers who spot this red light would do well do find an alternate path.