Not much is known about Sombran magic, but not for lack of records. Up until now, the Arcanum Sombran--a tome written by the dread King himself--has laid sleeping within the forbidden section of the Canterlot library; now it lies dormant under Umber Smoke's desk.

He will understand the depths of Sombran magic. He will comprehend the nature of it. One day--or so he hopes--he will be able to save Equestria from the threat of shadows. How does he intend to achieve this? Hooves-on experience.