Sneak

Real Name: Sneak

First Appearance: “The Sneak” (song) (1922)

Original Publisher: Sherman, Clay & Co.

Created by: Nacio Herb Brown

Origin:

The Sneak is a demonic creature who sneaks into a person's bedroom at night after peeking in the window. It's about 3-4 feet in height, with bright red skin and pair of horns on its head.

The Sneak laughs and dances before the individual's eyes, causing a terror-filled night without sleep. His appearance is followed by a night of "stepping out" to partake of unusual foods that cause discomfort. "Mince pies and rarebits" are mentioned by name. He cannot be grabbed, and floats in the air "like a white ghost". It's presence is often accompanied by the sound of a hooting owl.

Powers and Abilities:

The Sneak can float through the air, acts as an immaterial entity, and can cause fear and insomnia in those it decides to haunt. It exhibits great speed and agility.

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