Created to be the Ultimate Lifeform by Professor Gerald, Shadow’s short life so far has seen him watch his best friend shot and later die. Escaping from ARK and finding himself on Earth Shadow has had to find his own way in life in so early on. He has seen his creator become an insane mess and learned of the corruption of Earth’s military, known as GUN. Unlike the Sonic games where Shadow suffers severe memory loss, Shadow remembers everything especially the wish Maria made to him. A desperate plea for peace on Earth and Shadow is determined to make that a reality, even if it means fighting his creator. He knows Gerald created him to help people and Shadow intends to stick to Gerald’s original vision.

The first person Shadow met when he arrived on Earth. A young orange fox with black stripes and later two tails, Miles becomes Shadow’s new best friend. His youth always leaves a question mark over his ability as a fighter, but his perfect shot with his self made wrist shooters help clear the doubt. Miles contribution to the team is often overlooked but it is vital in more ways that one. He plans the assaults usually, he builds the upgrades that keep the 3 Shadows fighting and he brings enthusiasm and optimism to the team.

Joz was originally hired to capture Shadow and Gerald after Shadow had rescued Gerald from GUN’s prison. His legendary hunting skills, both treasure hunting and bounty hunter, has given him the title Master hunter. He has never failed a mission according to his records but this isn’t entirely true. Once a cold-blooded killer Joz found his place as a hero and the power member of The 3 Shadows. Joz loves to fight and test his strength whenever he can but is often quite relaxed. He tries to ignore his dodgy past and the experiments that were done to him by REE (Robotnik’s Experimentation Enterprise), but they keep coming back to haunt him. Because of this he often loses his cool with Gerald and has vowed to kill him one day for vengeance.

Gerald was once a genius scientist dedicated to helping people, but when the government betrayed him and destroyed everything to do with Project Shadow he lost his purpose. The murder of his Granddaughter Maria was the last straw and since then he has vowed revenge. Everything was taken from him besides his research lab ARK and bits and pieces of Project Shadow. Even though Shadow has turned again him he is still deadly and dangerous as his skills with Genetics and Robotics allow him to create great weapons. Insane and deadly Gerald is a foe to be reckoned with.

Known only as The General, The 3 Shadows often deal with him and GUN. He does what he has to do, no matter what the consequences are. He must protect the people and the reputation of GUN, as if the people know the truth about their shady dealings all hell with break lose. His role is peacekeeper and co-operates with The 3 Shadows in an attempt to save Gerald from his insanity. The reason why? To save people, perhaps, but more likely the loss of his greatest scientist and the possibility of getting him back take priority.

She spent most of her life training at the Guild of Assassins, Spies and Hunters (or GASH for short) and finished top of her class. Yet she does not have a title as grand a Master hunter, and as such resent Joz who has had everything handed to him. He didn’t train with GASH; he got his skills from an experiment and a sword. He is nothing but a poser to her. A Generally hard woman it’s hard to see any feelings beside Anger and Hate. Her Deadly skills are matched only by her beauty, even if it is covered up in more fighting attire. Sapphire leads a group of Assassins called the Deadly Gems, but like Joz is a mercenary ready for hire. Seeing her skills and her feelings towards Joz, Gerald decides to take advantage of them and hire her to help in his fight for vengeance. Little does he know that the two bats are destined for each other.

Diamond has the slightly bigger role of the other 3 gems but generally she is just a strong, reliable member of the Deadly gems team. Fourth in rank and youngest of the four, diamond is still learning but excelling in everything. Sapphire sees her as something special but she rarely involves the other gems in her personal dealings. Like Sapphire though Diamond is jealous of Joz’s title of Master hunter and is determined to make a name for herself to.

Ruby is second in command for the Deadly gems and embodies the same philosophies as Sapphire. She can rely too much on her advantage is very hot / very cold arenas, but even without that she is still formidable with her spiked hammer. Unlike Sapphire she is not completely consumed with wanting to take down Joz, but does want her team to be recognised as one of the greatest hunting teams ever.

Emerald lies in third, behind Ruby but in front of Diamond. She plays a fairly important role in Negative Reflection but often ends up being easy to miss, much like her abilities strength. Emerald is far more laid back than the other gems but she makes sure she pulls her weight when it’s needed. Reliable and Stealthy, Emeralds role for the Deadly gems is as important as any other.

Blast was created as part of the Nega version of Project Shadow. Created to be the Ultimate weapon she is the blending of one of the world’s most dangerous animals, the Crocodile and giving a very powerful cannon. Part cyborg she has a more destructive personality that she has moderately learned to control. When she lets loose though she can be more deadly than an entire army

Emma started off life as an assassin and grew up with an appetite for destruction. She loves to torment her foes before she brute fully kills them. With no remorse for anyone she follows Queen Nega due to that same thing. Queen Nega gives her things to destroy, fight and kill. And Emma loves every minute of it. The term Psychopath doesn’t really do her justice.

Strictly raised as a Jewel thief from birth she learned to resent her talent. A Jewel thief that hates gems, Queen Nega promised her that she wouldn’t need to steal any more gems if she collected the Sol Emeralds. She did that and thus gave Queen Nega the power to conquer the other world. Even though Queen Nega went back on her word Jade still trusts her and fights alongside her Emerald teammates whenever she is needed. She is laid back and quite sarcastic, but very very deadly.

The Mysterious ruler of the other world. Devious, deadly and beautiful and the three things people use to describe her, even though not many have actually seen her. Those that have meet a swift end, excluding her bodyguards The 3 Emeralds. With the help of an unknown third party she created KING, a system that basically controls the world. She lives deep inside the Sky Fortress waiting for someone to challenge her, but few get past the Emeralds. Thought to be human but not proven yet.

Pyro serves as a guide to the other world in Negative Reflection. He prefers to know everything about a foe before striking. His true purpose is that of Sol Emerald Guardian but alone he doesn’t stand a chance against Queen Nega and the 3 Emeralds. Often falling into the background, Pyro’s role is not to be underestimated, as it is his plan that eventually leads to The 3 Shadows beating The 3 Emeralds.

When the Chaos Emeralds are used primarily for positive use, the negative energy takes physical form. Seven Demons, one for each emerald, are created for the sole purpose of balancing things out. They live for carnage, destruction and chaos but have an affinity with the person who created them. In the 3 Shadows this is Shadow, often manipulating Chaos energy to protect people. Each has it’s own personality, element and fighting technique with each as deadly as the other.