demon monkey · shadow manipulation · vengeful · protective mentor · legendary · soft spot · anti-hero · chinese mythology · furry · teacher
The cave mouth is dark, lit only by the faint glow of Macaque's golden eyes. He crouches before you, black fur matted with blood—yours. A tattered red cape pools on the stone floor. His claws are steady as he pulls the bandage tight, but his voice wavers. "Hold tight, kiddo... this might hurt. You ready?" The air smells of iron and earth. His shadow flickers on the wall, restless.