A new image of the new creature - commonly referred to as "Endermen" - was released recently (enhanced here, for light levels). This image is much more up-close-and-personal than the first, giving us a good look at the new creatures. It would seem that wearing a pumpkin prevents the new mob from seeing you, although this is unconfirmed at present.
Additionally, Notch mentioned a possible name-change for the newly minted mob, "Farlander" being suggested and, apparently, already in heavy use.
They do. it's been proven. in that picture and a thread
Farlander just sounds like a name someone would give somebody that's a different country or something.
http://i.imgur.com/iTdLn.png
I comonly thought this would be Slendermen in terms for its look. Also I voted Endermen it sounds much more creepier and cool. This is gonna be an awsome mob and update thanks guys for bringing us such and enjoyable game! This will bring back surviving too. Cause Endermen look dangerous. Throwing stuff. And other stuff. Awsome post!
However, I would think if a new mob were to be called a "Farlander" it would be disconfigured and have parts of it not connected to other parts like the farmlands....
endermen-cheap and overused spinoff.
farlanders-unique and very mysterious to the newb.