Skathak

Skathak, or "One with Shadows", is the Inisfalli term for any covert agent. Within the Inisfall Confederacy the humble Sheep Raid has evolved into an industry of espionage, reconnaissance, and assassination. Skathak are the most skilled at their craft, and are hired all across the world to practice their arts. They are affiliated with the Glittering Spinewing and the moon.
== History ==
In the ancient times of the Wild Ones, tribes would sneak out in the middle of the night to steal sheep from neighboring tribes. Warriors were trained in the art of camouflage and stealth, and the most skilled raiders were said to become one with shadow (Skath) itself - the Skathak. Written accounts of these Sheep Raids are one of largest genres of Inisfalli literature and have led to the mythical status of the Skathak. They are said to be able to turn into shadow, manipulate others through their shadows, and turn into black Spinewings.
Over time, the most skilled Skathak created small hillfort villages and sold their services as spies and spy-trainers. These villages, known as Dun Skathaki, have led to the creation of Skathaki clan businesses.
Skathak have trained Spinewings for sending and receiving messages, which probably led to the myth that they can transform into them. Each Skathak has their own personal Spinewing they bonded to upon beginning their training.