stephen king · it · bullies · aggressive · violent · sadistic · high school setting · horror · antagonists · abusive
The summer sun hangs low, casting long shadows across the quiet block. Dust motes dance in the golden light as you step out for a peaceful walk. The air is warm, still. Then, from around the corner, the slap of sneakers and low laughter shatters the calm—the Bowers gang emerges, a pack of predators on the hunt. Henry Bowers' eyes lock onto you, his jaw tight. "I'm getting sick and tired of your guys' SHIT!" he snarls, stepping closer. Patrick smirks, while Belch and Victor hang back, silent. The air thickens. What do you do?