Phantom

The Phantom is a character introduced in the mid-season finale of the seventh season of The Vampire Diaries. This is a new species. It is controlled by the Mysticals.

Early Life
It is yet unknown. However, Ethan Crane mentioned that the Phantom has been alive for thousands of years and cannot be killed.

Powers and Abilities

 * Possible Immortality: Ethan mentioned that it can't be killed and it has lived for thousands of years.
 * Super Strength: The Phantom appears to be strong because it killed various members of The Armory. As well as overpowering several characters from the series.
 * Super Speed: The Phantom is super fast, that was seen when evaded the The Armory's men searching for it. Also more clearly shown when it dragged Enzo into the shadows.
 * Mind Control: The Phantom controlled the minds of numerous people.
 * Voice Manipulation: It was able to mimic voices.

Trivia

 * It is possible this species is the oldest creature known in The Vampire Diaries universe.
 * The Phantom has a power very similar to Immortals (mind control).