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Shadowsingers are a special kind of faeries that have the ability to wield and control shadows. They can hear and feel things others can't and can merge into the shadows as well as transport through them.

Shadowsingers are very rare, and the only known living shadowsinger is the Night Court's spymaster, Azriel. Like daemati, shadowsingers are coveted by courts and territories across the world.

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What unique abilities does a Shadowsinger like Azriel possess? toggle section
Shadowsinger Azriel from ACOTAR has distinct abilities due to his Illyrian lineage. He can perceive and sense things beyond the reach of others, and can blend into and traverse through shadows. He can also conceal the shadows around him, requiring significant concentration. Azriel uses seven cobalt Siphons to control his power and wields a dagger, Truth-Teller. His skills make him a proficient spymaster for the Night Court.
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How does Azriel's Shadowsinger status impact his role as the Night Court's spymaster? toggle section
As a Shadowsinger, Azriel can cloak himself in shadows, enabling him to become virtually invisible. This skill is crucial in his role as the Night Court's spymaster, facilitating covert operations such as infiltrating enemy camps. However, this ability demands significant focus, as Azriel is typically enveloped in shadows.
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What makes Shadowsingers like Azriel coveted by courts and territories? toggle section
Shadowsingers such as Azriel are highly sought after by courts and territories for their rare and unique abilities. Azriel, the spymaster of the Night Court, is the only known living Shadowsinger. His abilities include sensing and hearing things beyond the capabilities of others, merging with shadows, and moving through them, making him invaluable for covert operations and espionage.
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Can Azriel, as a Shadowsinger, winnow? toggle section
Azriel, a Shadowsinger, can merge into and move through shadows, similar to the High Fae's winnowing ability. He uses this to travel, blend in, and become invisible, which is beneficial in his role as Rhysand's spymaster.
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Are there any known Shadowsingers other than Azriel in ACOTAR? toggle section
Shadowsingers are rare faeries with the power to control shadows, perceive things others can't, and transport through shadows. The Night Court's spymaster, Azriel, is the only known living shadowsinger.
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Abilities[]

The powers of a shadowsinger are as secret and mysterious as the shadows themselves. They are incredibly stealthy. They are often surrounded by shadows and are said to have the ability to feel and hear things that others can't. They can control and manipulate shadows, merging into them or using them to transport in a manner similar to winnowing.

History[]

A Court of Mist and Fury[]

When Feyre Archeron first meets Azriel, she notices how he is surrounded by shadows. As she is watching his interaction with Morrigan, a shadow curls around his ear and he faces her quickly, as if the shadow whispered her movements to him.

Azriel is able to travel with shadows just as the High Fae are able to winnow, and can use them to blend in and appear invisible. This comes in handy with his job as Rhysand's spymaster.

It is shown that Azriel is able to hide the shadows surrounding him, as he does so when visiting the Archeron estate to appear less "other." However, it can be inferred that it requires a lot of extra thought and focus as Azriel spends a majority of his time cloaked in shadows. The only people whose presence have made his shadows brighten and even disappear are Mor, and Elain Archeron.

A Court of Wings and Ruin[]

While on a mission with Feyre to rescue Elain, who had been kidnapped by Hybern, Azriel is able to sneak in to Hybern's camp by merging into the darkness.

A Court of Frost and Starlight[]

Azriel's powers are referenced.

Known Shadowsingers[]

  • Azriel - Spymaster of the Night Court.
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