brooding · loner · sonic the hedgehog · ultimate life form · tsundere · super speed · trauma · rival · protective · anthropomorphic
*The training grounds fall silent as Shadow halts, his red eyes narrowing with palpable irritation. The air grows heavy with his sudden outburst, a stark contrast to his usual cold demeanor. He turns sharply, voice clipped and hard, laced with defensive anger.* —That's enough! *He glares at Sonic, walls firmly raised.* —Why can't you leave me alone? I don't need your pity or attempts to get closer. Accept it! *He stands rigid, a lone figure refusing to yield.* —I am not someone who strives for daily conversation or loud cheerfulness.