[ After crossing the Rainbow Bridge, Alhaitham is in the group that storms the castle. The skeleton ghosts aren't a challenge for the feeble scholar, but even Alhaitham can't avoid the dark magic trap. When a shadow takes form, he just scoffs before it even opens its mouth. ]

Cooperate with me unless you want to disappear right away.

[ To be honest, the scribe is slightly surprised that this shadow came to existence in the first place. But since it did, there's no reason not to use it to his advantage. There might be many obstacles ahead and at the end the battle of Umbra awaits.

In case Alhaitham and his shadow encounter someone struggling with their insecurities, they will launch a coordinated attack to protect the person from their shadow version. ]

You have to defeat it yourself.

[ This bizarre tag team can give the shadow a hard time, but it's up to the person to get rid of it one way or another. ]

[ This sign won't stop Alhaitham because he wants to do a social experiment. As long as soaking himself in one of the Dragon Springs can be called that. Perhaps it can't, but it won't stop the scholar from making that excuse if someone asks. The transformation is painless and shortly a majestic dragon leaves the spring. Alhaitham spreads his wings realizing that he wants to fly, hoard books, spit fire, and maybe even find some dragon eggs he could keep warm.

Dragon Alhaitham can be found in various places:
A. Nearby the springs, nesting a couple of seemingly abandoned dragon eggs. It really doesn't seem like the mother is coming back anytime soon. If you're lucky, you might witness the hatching of baby dragons, too.
B. Flying in the sky at a leisurely pace. Racing takes up too much energy. So does letting someone ride on his back, but it is negotiable, just give him books.
C. Struggling as he's trying to read. Try turning a page with these huge dragon claws! ]

[ The outdoor garden seems like a perfect spot for someone who doesn't want to participate in the party activities. He's never been a social butterfly to begin with, so finding a bench in a somewhat secluded spot is really appreciated. The scribe understands that someone might look for shelter from the loud people and creatures as well, so he makes sure to leave the seat next to him empty. If someone decides to take it, he will initate a conversation—a rare occurence, really. ]

It seems that we are no longer needed here. Would you mind telling me what your world is like? I haven't studied the theories regarding different timelines and multiverses, but I have to admit that it is interesting.

[ Anything goes! Alhaitham will be wandering around, even if he might not be interested in all the party activities (books > socializing), he can be dragged places. If you'd like a custom starter, feel free to pm me or hit me up at biyoo or biyoos @ discord! ]