You come across a mysterious shadow that follows you everywhere and gradually morphs into horrifying forms.

This prompt allows you to explore the genre of psychological horror. How does the protagonist try to evade the shadow? What happens when they confront it? Are they able to understand its intentions? An interesting aspect to consider might be the protagonist’s mental state and how it affects their perception as the shadow continues to haunt them.

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