Over time, the characters' alliances with the shadows evolve as they experience personal growth, face challenges, and make decisions that shape their relationships with darkness. Initially, some characters may reject or fear the shadows, but as they progress through their journeys, they may come to understand and even embrace the shadows as part of themselves. This transformation can lead to complex dynamics where characters find power, redemption, or temptation in their connection to darkness. Ultimately, these shifting alliances with the shadows contribute to the characters' development and the overall narrative arc of the story.