Nine Shadows

The Nine Shadows are special Tarot abilities that only rare people can use. Unlike the main Suited abilites, which can be taught to anyone with varying success, the Nine Shadows appear to require specific talents. When attempting to teach some of these to fourth-year students, only a handful will be able to learn out of the hundreds of students. On the other hand, some people have them as innate abilities, not even needing lessons to develop them.  

The Nine Shadows (WIP)

  • Silent Death, the First Shadow. An ultimate form of stealth, resisting all forms of detection.
  • Guarding Blade, the Second Shadow. Fighting on the spot, controlling a near-invisible blade shadow at a distance.
  • Hunting Steps, the Third Shadow. To be the beast, summoning animal instincts in oneself for a fight.
  • Living Phantom, the Fourth Shadow. Channeling another's personality, a mere illusion.
  • Holding Hands, the Seventh Shadow. A link surpassing distance, returning to the linked person in a single step.
  • Mindless Voice, the Ninth Shadow. Takes away one's reason, leaving naught but one's desires.


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Dec 20, 2020 22:31 by R. Dylon Elder

Oooo an excellent idea for a magic system. I'm enjoying this world thus far.

Dec 21, 2020 21:10 by Angantyr

I'm waiting for more on that topic. Mindless Voice was great thus far. :)

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Dec 21, 2020 21:23 by Michael Chandra

Can't make promises during WorldEmber, though I do have next week off and might be able to actually work on my pledges then.


Too low they build who build beneath the stars - Edward Young
Dec 22, 2020 14:12 by Dr Emily Vair-Turnbull

Looking forward to knowing what the missing shadows are. This is a really interesting idea. :D

Emy x
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Dec 22, 2020 14:47 by Michael Chandra

I'll let you know when I find out. o,o These six were the only ones in my years-old notes.


Too low they build who build beneath the stars - Edward Young