Rather than appear as an eldritch octopus-like being, the Dweller is similar in design to a bat. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Shang-Chi, the Dweller takes on an entirely new, potentially deadlier form than his comic book counterpart. This floating head is also how the Guardians encounter him. Perhaps his most unique power was learned when he performed a ritual to detach his head from his body, living on like an octopus creature before finding a robotic body. He can also convert anyone who dies under his influence into Shadow Thralls. For example, he can create beings of pure fear like the villain D'Spayre. Since its creation, the Dweller has learned new ways to spread fear and remain alive. Visually, he's reminiscent of Cthulhu and, like his inspiration, existed eons before any known civilization. His abilities allow him to generate fear in any being that sees him. The creature often appears as a humanoid being with the head of a cephalopod. The Dweller-in-Darkness first appeared in Thor #229 and is one of the Fear Lords. RELATED: How Every Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy Character Is Unique From The MCU & Comics Whether players choose Rocket or Groot as the exotic creature, the story will shift, ultimately leading to the chapter's main boss fight with the Dweller-in Darkness. Aside from comics, this is actually the second time he's appeared in a mainstream title this year, with the first being in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The Guardians opt to sell one of their own and steal one back when Lady Hellbender isn't looking to earn credits and pay off a fine. Offering them sanctuary, she will buy unique animals at top dollar to live with her. Lady Hellbender is the warrior ruler of Seknarf-Nine and has a particular fondness for exotic creatures. One example of this is early in the story when the Guardians take a trip to Seknarf-Nine to meet with Lady Hellbender. However, some of Star-Lord's choices put the team in more dangerous situations than expected. As the team's leader, it's up to the player to make daring decisions in group's best interest. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy lets players explore the farthest reaches of the cosmic universe as Star-Lord. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, available now.