From the introduction: Adventurers throughout the world fear and respect the mighty golem. Creatures of immense strength and a base sort of martial prowess, they make unyielding and terrifying foes, yet when created and controlled are among the most useful of creatures. Although not the most striking or even the most powerful of their kin, clay golems are a favorite among clerics for their durability, ease of construction and potent martial abilities. To those that seek to create golems for their own purposes there is perhaps no more valuable prize than a copy of the clay golem manual.