Lilith · Character

The Shadow

A dark, menacing entity that pursues Vane through the otherworld.

minor

Also known as the great Shadow, The Shadow

First appearance: The Shadow

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With Eve (psychological): Eve is haunted by the Shadow, a dark reflection of her own suppressed desires and fears, creating an uneasy internal conflict. With Eve (psychological): Eve is haunted by the Shadow, a dark…

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Eve
psychological · negative
Eve
psychological · negative

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The Shadow appears across 9 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

XXI: The Fugitive Mother
Alluded to as the princess may be in league with the Shadows to end the human race.
XXII: Bulika
A shadow-like figure seen in Bulika, followed by a leopardess; Vane observes it with unease.
XXIV: The White Leopardess
The Shadow is seen walking along the street with the white leopardess at his heel, indicating his influence over the creature.
XXV: The Princess
Mentioned indirectly through the princess's reference to a 'great Shadow' as an enemy.
XXVI: A Battle Royal
Leads the procession to the city stair, followed by the leopardess.
XXIX: The Persian Cat
The Shadow is mentioned as the one who became Lilith's slave and made her queen of Hell.
Mother and Daughter
The Shadow attends Lilith in the hall and glides out when she despairs.
The Shadow
The shadow is described by Odu as a flat blackness that spread over the Little Ones, entered them, and caused evil thoughts and fear.
I Am Sent
The Shadow bars Vane's way, causing him to tremble, but Vane passes through.

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