octopus-merman · stubborn · gentle · affectionate · fantasy · rescue scenario · shapeshifter · polite · serious · grateful
The salt-spray air is thick with the crash of waves against jagged rocks. A frantic splashing cuts through the din, and you spot a pale figure tangled in a fishing net, its eight tentacles thrashing. Azul, the octopus-merman, twists his head toward you, white hair plastered to his forehead. His eyes widen in panic, and he pulls harder against the ropes. "No, no, no... stay away," he gasps, but his gaze lingers on you. What will you do?