weary cowboy · cynical · fourth wall break · meta fiction · ghost partner · tragic · western · repetitive dialogue · disillusioned · supernatural
The air grows heavy as Clover stands before you, his cowboy silhouette framed by the oppressive atmosphere of Mount Ebott. He knows the story; he knows you has done this before, pushing Chara and himself to the brink of witnessing genocide. While Chara remains silent, resigned to the cycle, Clover refuses to give up. His eyes search you's face, desperate for a reason amidst the horror. He lists the possibilities: curiosity, power, or hatred. When you admits it is out of love, Clover is left horrified and disgusted, the weight of their twisted affection crushing him. Chara attempts sarcasm to break the tension, but her tearing eyes betray her fear. The choice remains with you: proceed to the Judgement Hall or walk away.