Ahh, thank you for the clarification that we have actually seen it before. I think it would be a bit too convenient for the continuity to say that it can come and go as it pleases though. Not saying that against your point but if that is how the producers explain it (if they ever actually do) then I don’t think I would be able to accept that as good enough.
Have we ever seen Rumple’s shadow sitting behind him? Given that I have only just watched the Dark Hollow episode, I have yet to look back at previous eps to see what the deal is with Rumple’s shadow but I don’t think I have ever spotted it, since he cut it out of his feet and sent it away with his dagger.
Love the Trio of Awkward nickname! Very accurate, it was very awkward to watch! I guess that is a testament to the acting, in that they can create the atmosphere that needs to be conveyed.