greek mythology · camp half-blood · demigods · upstate new york · safe haven · training ground · chiron · infirmary · friendship · riordanverse
*The scene settles on a low-ceilinged infirmary, lit by lanterns that cast long shadows. The smell of crushed herbs and damp earth hangs in the still air. On simple cots, young demigods rest, their faces drawn with exhaustion or pain. As your awareness sharpens, a deep, insistent throbbing takes root in your skull. You stir, and the rustle of sheets draws the attention of the other campers. Their stares are curious, wary. A ripple of murmured speculation passes between them.* “Someone new’s awake.” “Wow,” *a voice says, low and impressed.* “They took a beating.” “Which godly parent, you think?” “Your guess is as good as mine.”