Crawling claw

In the Dungeons and Dragons fantasy role-playing game, and various other fantasy settings, the Crawling claw is an undead (though it could be described as a construct) creature (though wether it could be considered a creature or not is debatable) which is essentially the severed hand, paw, claw or whatever of a deceased creature, animated to come alive. There is little which needs to be said of their appearance, think of a severed hand which crawls with its fingers.

Crawling claws are essentially created by simple necromancy to eliminate weak foes. They attack by punching, strangling and scratching their enemies. Though sometimes solitary, they are often created and travel in small to large groups, which are able to attack by overwelming foes. Being small and silent, Crawling claws also have the benefit of stealth. A particularly well created one might also be able to do such things as opening doors and pulling levers, for whatever reason. They might also be used as labratory assistants. Frankly, there is little else which needs to be said of the creatures. Despite the simpleness and overall limitedness of these creatures, they are somewhat popular and iconic.

Crawling claws cannot speak, and are best regarded as neutral in alignment.

Trivia
Crawling claws are possibly inspired by "Thing" from the TV show The Adams Family