Whispers: Maxim 5

"The darkness of the late hour instantly grew deeper and colder in its presence, oppressive and impenetrable. All light appeared to be consumed as the being known as Shadow Lantern approached. Was it a physical entity? A wraith? It was impossible to tell in the blinding dark.

Panicked screams shot out, as the cold grip of night took hold. The voices, much like the light, were quickly smothered.

Only the shard could penetrate the pitch-black cloak, but its emerald glow revealed a path of pure devastation. . ."

-Shadow Lantern

Note: This is fan fiction that may, or may not be canon to the official lore. Imagine these maxims simply as works of embellished storytelling.