Additionally, with the power of a Chaos Emerald, Shadow can warp time and space with Chaos Control. He can also perform spin attacks common to Sonic, which are variations on the tendency for hedgehogs to roll into tight balls for protection. Although Sonic's speed is described as 'second to none', Shadow can skate at speeds fast enough to rival the speeds the world's fastest hedgehog can run. However, Shadow shares a lot in common with Sonic. Although his relationship with Sonic seems to have developed from antagonistic to friendly rivalry, animosity from not understanding their different mindsets continues. After the trauma of the death of his first closest friend, Maria Robotnik, Shadow strives to fulfill his purpose and keep the promise he made to her, despite his general loathing of mankind. Once he has set himself to a goal, he will do whatever it takes to accomplish it, regardless of any danger. Sharp witted and seemingly always on the edge, Shadow is described as the dark incarnation of Sonic the Hedgehog. Gerald Robotnik to be the Ultimate Life Form. Overview Sonic Adventure 2 Artwork According to official profiles, Shadow was created long ago by Prof.