A mysterious and feared school of magic focusing on manipulation of shadows and the dark spaces between reality. Practitioners can bend shadows to their will, creating areas of absolute darkness, manipulating existing shadows for concealment, and drawing power from the void between worlds.
- Requires attunement to void energies and careful balance to avoid being consumed by darkness
- Allows creation of shadow constructs, illusions, and passages through dark spaces
- Can be used to detect and counter demonic entities that naturally resonate with shadow
- Practitioners often experience heightened sensitivity to light and enhanced night vision
- Extended use risks psychological effects including paranoia and dark whispers
- Most effective during nighttime or in darkness, weakened by strong light
- Popular among scouts and those dealing with supernatural threats
- Some cultures view it as inherently corrupting, while others see it as a necessary tool
Shadow Magic leaves distinct traces that other mages can sense as cold spots or areas where light behaves strangely. Mastery requires extensive training to maintain mental fortitude against the void's influence.