: The powerful and flamboyant High Warlock of Brooklyn, who becomes a central figure throughout the entire franchise.
: Shadowhunter siblings who live at the New York Institute; Alec is Jace’s parabatai . Media Adaptations The books have been adapted into two distinct formats: Shadowhunters 101 Shadowhunters: The Mortal Instruments
The original book series follows fifteen-year-old Clary Fray, who discovers her hidden heritage after witnessing a supernatural murder and her mother's subsequent kidnapping. The series consists of: (2007) City of Ashes (2008) City of Glass (2009) City of Fallen Angels (2011) City of Lost Souls (2012) City of Heavenly Fire (2014) Core Lore and World-Building : The powerful and flamboyant High Warlock of
The universe is a sprawling urban fantasy franchise created by author Cassandra Clare . It centers on a secret race of angelic-human warriors called Nephilim (or Shadowhunters) who protect the "mundane" human world from demons and police the supernatural inhabitants of the "Downworld," including vampires, werewolves, warlocks, and faeries. The Six Core Novels The series consists of: (2007) City of Ashes
: Shadowhunters use wand-like steles to inscribe magical Runes (Marks) onto their skin, granting them enhanced abilities like speed, healing, and invisibility.
: Clary’s mundane best friend who eventually becomes thrust into the Downworld as a vampire.
: A skilled, sarcastic, and often arrogant warrior who becomes Clary's primary romantic interest.