Write a short piece about a character who can manipulate and control shadows but the power becomes a burden.

In dark fantasy, magic often comes with a price. Explore what happens when a character’s mysterious power over shadows becomes overwhelming, just as they are needed the most. How does the character cope with their sinister abilities? What unintended consequences might unfold? This prompt draws on themes of internal struggle, the correlation between power and responsibility, and the blurred lines of morality.

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