The Shadow We Worship II (English Translation)
12 parts Ongoing MatureIt's recommended to read Part I first!
Trigger Warning
This story contains depictions of psychological distress, suicidal thoughts, depression, emotional dependency, as well as (attempted) murder. Some scenes may be disturbing or emotionally challenging. Please continue reading only if you feel mentally stable enough to do so.
If you are personally affected by any of these topics, please reach out to someone you trust or seek professional help. You are not alone.
All characters, names, and events in this story are entirely fictional. While inspired by the aesthetic and music of the band Sleep Token, the characters portrayed bear no relation to the real people behind the band.
This is a work of pure fiction. Please respect the privacy and identity of the real individuals.
General Note
This story is a work of fiction. It explores complex emotional and psychological themes in a dark, at times symbolically heightened context. It is not intended to romanticize violence or mental illness.
The original story was written in German. Mira's voice remains in German, while Nate's POV is in English. The language alternates to reflect their contrasting inner worlds.
I hope the charm remains intact despite the shifts.
The Shadow We Worship - Part II
Fame is an altar.
And not everyone who approaches it comes to pray.
Mira joins Nate on tour - into a world caught between light and shadow, between ecstatic devotion and profound loneliness. As their connection deepens, one thing becomes clear: something dark is traveling with them. A presence that cannot be shaken. A voice that will not be silenced.
Nate struggles with the weight of his role, with old scars and new temptations. Sleep draws closer. And while the world celebrates him, he teeters on the edge of collapse.
Caught between worship and obsession, truth and delusion, a quiet battle begins - for control, for trust, for whatever remains... when everything else is lost.