So, how would a Thief summon things, they aren't very magic oriented, much less studying enough to summon things. Deadeye changed all that with the confirmation of Shadow Magic whenever they use their Deadeye Mark (creating items using magic) and cantrips (aka magic). ... True, but a deadeye still isn't that magic oriented. its only used for 2 things, the Mark, and the Cantrips. so still, not very magic oriented. That's why a Shadow Thief is inevitable, who is a true Shadow Magic user. If Elementalist can take the Thief's Dual-wield mechanic, Mesmer can take the stealth mechanic, and Guardian can take the shadowstep mechanic, the Thief can easily take the magic user mechanic and become a Shadow Thief.good point!