The Shadow Man

Adeline, Duren and Ssophy are investigating when they hear footsteps. Dozens of figures in cloaked white ropes surround them with weapons drawn. They continue advancing to attack until a hooded figure is free. As he pulls back his hood, you see the familiar face smiling, but bruised and swollen,. One arm in a sling. Smelly. Do you stupid lot? I'll tell you now you're not taking the key. Why? All of us are guardians of light. We've guarded them over decades to keep them safe from any who might tend to open the doors to the Shadow Man. My only suspicion is that he's collecting them to gain power.