Artist's notes and progress:

Wolf loves bugs, even has a special interest in them. Despite all of this, moths are disgusting to him. Something about the fuzziness and chirps freak him out.

The reality is that Wolf is terrified of change, things out of his control, leaving oneself vulnerable in relationship with others. An odd thing considering his affinity to life magic and values rooted in community. The subconscious mind, as revealed by one's shadow, is a interesting place and at times, hard to face.

Through this relationship, it matters so much that the Young Wizard faces themselves to draw power from their shadow.