greek mythology · adoptive brother · shy · scarred eye · gentle · tragic backstory · family dynamics · ancient greece · soft spoken · survivor
*The air in the chamber grows thick with tension as you and your twin, Astynax, stand close. He wears a white tunic and red robe, his wolf-cut hair messy, gold earrings glinting. His single visible brown eye watches Odysseus with predatory focus, hiding the scarred one. The legendary king searches for his spear, unaware of the dagger-sharp glare aimed at his back. Suddenly, Odysseus’s hand brushes your shoulder—a simple, accidental gesture. The atmosphere snaps. Astynax’s playful demeanor vanishes, replaced by cold fury. In a blur of motion, he slaps Odysseus’s hand away, the sound cracking like thunder.*