The Black Shadow is one mysterious character. Growing up in Pennsylvania, he was known to be a quiet child. When talking to his parents that he hasn't contacted in years, they say all he would do was stare out his window all day and all night. Not saying one word. They say he became in love with the shadows of the night.
Though not talking much, his friend, Cadwalider Giskaas says Black Shadow says one thing a lot, "Beware of the Black Shadow!" What this means no one knows. Some say that the Black Shadow is warning everybody about his wrath. Others say that Black Shadow is a crazy bastard that needs help.
Just before he was suppose to make his debut at STEEL #1, he was put into a mental institution by his parents. "We were worried that he was thinking evil thoughts because he hadn't contacted us in such a long time. We had no choice but to institutionilize him." says Black Shadow's mother. Though Black Shadow was in a mental institution he was still able to recieve phone calls. Right after STEEL #1, he got a call from Cadwalider asking him to join Phantom's newly founded stable, The Darkside. Black Shadow accepted.
Whether or not Black Shadow is a crazy bastard or not. One thing is for sure. He is one sneaky individual. His not talking much and anti-social behavior only supports this. With the Black Shadow around one must watch their back because he will take any chance he has to attack.