Skeletons

Skeletons, the remains of people long dead, reanimated through dark magic. Usually nothing remains of the spirits that once had dwelled within these bones, making them brainless, but useful tools for the Wizards who summoned them. They can be dangerous foes, but their very nature makes them susceptible to heavy weapons, since one strong hit can shatter them to pieces.

If not aiding a mage, Skeletons can usually be found in dungeons, graveyards or near their place of death. They also can suddenly stand up from a pile of bones, surprising the unsuspecting traveler.

Skeletons stayed the same in the whole series. However, in Pagan, Skeletons usually were armed with axes, while in Ultima IX, Skeletons could never be destroyed since they always regenerated.

Lore
''Animated bones, the Skeletons are the undead incarnations of a variety of creatures. These tools of evil strike fear into ordinary travelers. With the proper enchantment, however, they can be Dispelled. ''

- from "The History of Britannia", Ultima IV

''Perhaps the most common of undead creatures, skeletons lack strength and brains, but they are dextrous and can take a surprising amount of punishment. They often carry some goods.''

- from "Book of Lore", Ultima V

''The expressionless, hollowed eyes of the skeleton belie the malice that animates the otherwise lifeless latticework of bone and sinew. Conjured up by malcontented mages bent on mischief, these creatures - the restless remains of fallen warriors - are both fearless and tireless in battle.''

- from "Compendium", Ultima VI

''This is the undead reanimation of a fighter who was slain on the field of battle. Skeletons tend to cluster in hordes and are often following the commands of a sorcerer. In fact, they may continue to do so well after the sorcerer himself is dead!''

- from "Fellowship", Ultima VII

Notable examples

 * Lothar, a Skeleton with a spirit, appears in dungeon Covetous in Ultima IX. He can only be defeated with the Gringolet sword, and once the sword is sacrificed, his spirit is free to finally leave.