The Shadow's Mark — Songs of Conquest Walkthrough

Learn how to recruit Kills-in-Shadow, a powerful companion in Tyranny. This guide covers her background, combat role, talents, and quests to help you master her in battle.

Hey there! So, you're looking to get Kills-in-Shadow on your team in Tyranny? She's a really interesting companion, and definitely one of the tougher ones to get a handle on, but totally worth it. Let's dive into how to bring her into your party and make the most of her unique skills. ### Recruiting Kills-in-Shadow Kills-in-Shadow can be found in Act II. Keep an eye out for a random encounter while you're traveling through areas like Haven, Blade Grave, The Contested Lands, or the Stone Sea. It might take a few tries, but she'll show up! Pro-tip: If you want to get on her good side early, try this: when you first meet her, give her a good slap! Then, you'll have to defeat her tribe in combat. Doing this can earn you some early loyalty points with her, which is always a good start. ### Kills-in-Shadow's Combat Role Kills-in-Shadow is a beast, literally! She doesn't have access to fancy gear like some others, but she makes up for it with her natural armor (that thick hide!), natural weapons, and incredible resilience. She's a natural at starting fights with a powerful opening attack and then holding her own as a damage dealer. Her Ravager Talent tree really leans into her hunting instincts, turning her into a super-fast attacker who can dish out massive damage. If you prefer her to be tougher and better against groups, the Titan tree is the way to go, boosting her survivability. Heads up: While she can use two-handed weapons, she'll only wield them one-handed. So, if you equip her with one, make sure you've trained the right skill with a trainer! Right now, the Titan build is putting out some insane damage, possibly more than any other companion. It's pretty wild! Her main weakness is, as you might guess, her lack of armor. She has a ton of hit points, but if she gets surrounded or is fighting too many fast enemies, those points can disappear quickly. The best way to use her is to have her focus on big, slow targets. Let her break them down while your other allies handle the smaller, faster enemies. ### Quests Involving Kills-in-Shadow Kills-in-Shadow is involved in a couple of important quests: * Return to the Wild: She'll offer crucial information that can help resolve this case. * In Chains: She also plays a key role in this quest, providing vital details. Make sure to talk to her during these quests; her insights are really valuable! ### Background and Personality Kills-in-Shadow is the last of the Shadowhunters, a fierce tribe of beasts from Haven. She's a pack alpha, a broodmother, and even has magical abilities. She's described as frightening, hairy, smelling of wet animal, and having a serious bloodlust. But don't let that fool you – she's also incredibly clever, a brutal fighter, and fiercely loyal (unless she senses weakness, of course). She's intelligent but uneducated, hulking but agile, and an unapologetic killer, but not inherently evil. She's a highly evolved predator, driven by instinct and a lust for violence, but she also has a quirky sense of humor, often snorting and chuffing with laughter. She sees herself as a hunter from birth and served her sister, Creeping-Death, until the Disfavored invasion during the Conquest destroyed her tribe. After that, she journeyed east, leaving a trail of slaughter, eventually taking command of a pack of outcast beasts. She even served as Alpha under Hundred-Blood with the Stonestalkers, teaching them to fight their former masters. As the last Shadowhunter, she's on a quest for vengeance against the Disfavored. She's compared to a lone lioness – proud, regal, and deadly. She's drawn to strength and prowess, and that's why she's now tracking the Fatebinder's scent.