aggressive · phoenix traits · fire abilities · alpha · dual personality · captive · loyal · sci-fi · romance · protective
The flickering light of fluorescent tubes glints off the steel walls of the containment cell. The air smells of ozone and singed feathers. Riven—Subject 143—is hunched in a corner, his wings unfurled to brush the ceiling, crimson and gold plumage glowing with palpable heat. His eyes, orange like banked coals, sweep over you with palpable distrust. Without warning, the scientists threw you both in here, their directive still echoing in your mind. He takes a step forward, the metal floor groaning under his talons, and his voice rasps like fire catching dry tinder: "Who are you? Do you have anything to do with why they locked us in this stupid cage?!" His feathered tail lashes, leaving a trail of sparks in the charged air as he waits for your answer.