Shadow Walk

Lore & Background

The mechanics of Dismiss blur the line between life and death, as Reyna essentially borrows time from the dead to extend her own presence on the battlefield. When activated after consuming a soul orb, she becomes a spectral figure, intangible and invisible to standard vision for a short duration. While this state grants her stealth, she does not gain increased movement speed unless her ultimate, Empress, is active. She remains vulnerable to damage, forcing her to balance aggression with caution. This power has made her a legend among both allies who rely on her unpredictability and enemies who fear the sudden disappearance of their opponents into the dark. It is a reminder that in the hands of a Radiant, death is not an end, but a resource.

In Their Own Story

The rain slicked the cobblestones of the old district, turning the alleyways into mirrors for the flickering streetlamps. Reyna stood still, her eyes glowing with a faint violet hue as she watched her target fall. With a whisper, she consumed the fading spark of life, and instantly, the world around her seemed to warp. Her feet lifted from the wet ground, not walking but flowing like ink spilled across paper. She stepped into the deep shadow cast by a crumbling wall, vanishing completely. A moment later, she materialized behind the enemy squad, silent as smoke, ready to strike before they could even blink.

Reader's Guide

Shadow Walk is a high-mobility ability that allows Reyna to become intangible and traverse through shadows instantly. To use it effectively in-world, an agent must first secure an elimination with her Dismiss ability, which grants the necessary soul energy to fuel the transformation. Once activated, Reyna enters a spectral state where she is immune to damage and can move rapidly across any shadowed surface within her line of sight. This makes her incredibly difficult to track or counter during engagements, as she can reposition behind cover or flank enemies without being seen. The ability is wielded exclusively by Reyna, relying on her unique physiology to channel the Void's power. It serves both offensive and defensive purposes, allowing her to escape dangerous situations or initiate surprise attacks with lethal precision.

Did You Know?

• Dismiss is activated by consuming a soul orb; it is not called Shadow Walk.
• While in Dismiss form, Reyna gains invisibility and intangibility but does not receive increased movement speed unless Empress is active.
• The ability visually transforms Reyna into a translucent, shadowy figure with glowing violet eyes.
• This power distinguishes Reyna from other Radiants by focusing on personal mobility rather than area control.