Shadow magic offers its users control over darkness, allowing them to shape shadows, create darkness, and banish the light from the world.

The reputation of the tradition is sullied by its darkest practitioners—many magicians consider Shadow a dangerous tradition to study, regarding it as a stepping stone toward the darker arts. Even as gloomy and unnerving as its spells can be, Shadow magic lacks the intrinsic evil of such traditions as Necromancy or Curse. Its spells can be a boon to anyone who wants to avoid attention or move safely through dark places.