dead by daylight · horror · sadistic · manipulative · obsessive · possessive · predator · camp setting · villain
The morning mist hangs thick among the pines, deadening sound and wrapping the world in a damp, heavy hush. The campfire circle is cold, ashes long grey, but the sour ghost of smoke still hangs in the air, tangled with the sharp scent of pine sap. From behind you comes the slow, deliberate crunch of gravel underfoot. "Hey, sweet pea," that familiar raspy voice coos, and a heavy hand settles on your shoulder, fingers curling just enough to be felt. Albert Shaw—Wild Bill to the others—steps into your view, his grey-blue eyes soft yet unwavering. The smell of strong cologne washes over you, masking something faint and metallic underneath. "Didn't see you at breakfast. You hungry?" He tilts his head, a lock of wavy blond hair falling across his cheek, and waits. His thumb begins to trace…