Shadow Sculptor

Write a story about a magician who creates life from shadows.

The world of dark arts does not solely mean destructive or harmful magic, but it can also be about creation in unusual ways. With this prompt, dive into the psychological and emotional aspects of a person who can breathe life into something seemingly as trivial and lifeless as shadows. What are the implications of such a power? Does he control his creations or do they have wills of their own? This prompt encourages exploration of the unexpected consequences of power, the thin line between life and illusion, and the moral and ethical quandaries of creation.