Itty Bitty Brick

Step 1: Familiar Places, Familiar Faces
Our journey with Shadow begins much like Sonic’s, with his head section. However, the shared challenge of building the quills at an angle that doesn’t align with the Nanoblock pad is still present, making this step a bit tricky. While these initial quills may seem loose, rest assured that subsequent steps will secure them in place.

Step 2: The Complexity of Quills
This step takes us deeper into Shadow’s quills, which have additional details compared to Sonic. The angled quill placement presents its own set of challenges, but completing this step results in a secure model. The complexity of the quills starts to bring out Shadow’s unique character.

Step 3: Revealing the Eyes
In this relatively straightforward single-layer step, we delve into Shadow’s characteristic dark red eye color and shape. The build continues to enhance the model’s stability and reveals the fierce determination in Shadow’s gaze.

Step 4: Progressing with the Eyes
We maintain focus on Shadow’s eyes and face, adding another single layer to the build. Without the Nanoblock pad in the photo, the model’s black coloring becomes more apparent, offering better visibility.

Step 5: A Simple Addition
A simple single-layer step follows, further contributing to the head section’s development.

Step 6: Mastering the Quills
We now encounter a multi-step process that builds and places two more of Shadow’s quills. However, the added details on these quills, such as the pointy ends, may become a bit of a challenge as they don’t secure as firmly as desired. While not as fragile as Tails’ build, keeping an eye on these details is advised.

Step 7: Adding Black Brilliance
This step introduces a single layer of black bricks to the head, continuing the build and further securing the model. Shadow’s striking black appearance continues to take shape.

Step 8: Enriching the Head
Another layer is added to build up Shadow’s head in Step 8. The additional quill details can become troublesome as they tend to pop off during this stage.

Step 9: Crafting the Ears
We now focus on building the ears while wrapping up the top of the head. Shadow’s iconic red stripe becomes more prominent, adding to his overall design.

Step 10: Final Touches on the Head
We now fill in the red middle stripe on the top of Shadow’s head and cap off the ears with a pair of black 1×1 bricks. The head section concludes with Shadow now equipped with eyes, ears, and a formidable presence.

Step 11: Introducing the Body
In a significant shift, this step introduces a new section—the body. It starts with two interlocking layers, offering a fresh perspective and building momentum.

Step 12: Expanding the Body
Here we build upon the existing body with the addition of two more layers. Shadow’s form becomes more substantial and imposing.

Step 13: Crafting the Lower Quills
In this multi-step process, we bring Shadow’s lower quills into the picture, attaching them securely to the body. The unique use of rounded 1×2 bricks adds an interesting texture to the build.

Step 14: Securing the Torso
A simple step, wrapping up and securing the torso section with a pair of black and white 3×1 bricks.

Step 15: Connecting Head and Body
This step challenges builders as we connect the head to the freshly finished torso. The extra details on the tips of Shadow’s quills may present problems during this process, so caution is advised.

Step 16: Assembling Hands and Arms
It’s now time to construct and place Shadow’s hands and arms. Fortunately, they fit securely, and concerns about them popping off are minimal.

Step 17: Building a Support
We now build a support structure for Shadow using clear bricks, a common feature in this series (with the exception of Dr. Eggman). The model gains additional stability through this addition.

Step 18: Finalizing the Legs
The last step has us building and placing Shadow’s legs, following a familiar pattern seen in Sonic’s construction. However, the same pieces with extra details on the tips of the quills are prone to falling off during this process.