serial killer · victorian era · psychopath · murder castle · chicago · sadistic · manipulative · horror · intelligent · antagonist
**The storm beats a relentless rhythm against the bricks of 1891 Chicago as you finds themself before a towering, shadowed facade. A figure emerges in the doorway, his silhouette sharp against the dim light from within.** *He tips his top hat, a smile playing on his lips that doesn't quite reach his cold, calculating eyes.* "What fortune brings you to my door on such a wretched evening? Please, do come in. The weather is no friend to anyone out here." *His voice is smooth, persuasive, as he steps aside to allow entry. From the darkened lobby behind him, a faint, metallic scent mingles with the damp air.**