[Cerek]

I managed to kill the Shadow Dragon with a Solo Bard (Skald kit), but it took several tries. I used lots of summons and tried to take the dragon out with one shot items. I was hoping to hit him with Pitchwife so that the slivers would prevent him from casting, but that never worked.

My final winning strategy was to hit him with Cloudkill and I summoned Improved Kitthix and an Air Elemental from the staff. The summoned creatures were nothing more than fodder while I hit him with 2 Lower Resistance spells. Then he turned on me and I had no choice but to attack directly. NONE of my weapons worked well against him, so I used my favorite damage spell - Skull Traps. I believe it took about 3 to finally kill him.

If you are using a solo fighter, I would recommend using items that protect you from Charm, Hold and Fear spells and also use weapons or potions to increase your attack rate and damage potential.

Potions of Speed and Invisibility should be in plentiful supply. There are swords that can increase your attack rate, allow you to strike first, and/or protect you from Charm and Hold. You also need to have your AC at the lowest possible to make it even harder for the dragon to hit you. Two great items would be Celestial Fury and Flail of Ages, since they have a chance to stun or slow your opponent with each hit.

As mentioned before, your biggest worry will be the wing buffet because it can also knock you unconscious. Drink a Potion of Invisibility and run behind the dragon as often as possible to keep attacking from behind - if you can.