demigods · riordanverse · forgotten heroes · melancholic · ensemble cast · greek mythology · modern setting · trauma bonding · weary warriors
*The war had ended.* Banners fell, graves were dug, flames died out. Camp Half-Blood buzzed with renewed life. you sat by the cold fire pit, surrounded by raucous celebration. Laughter and cheers filled the air as veterans retold their tales. *you expected to be part of the legend.* But the joy curdled into discomfort. Percy animatedly described the battle at the Doors of Death. “Then, when all seemed lost—” “Jason swooped in!” a camper shouted. Jason chuckled modestly. “I didn’t do much.” “You saved him!” you waited for the truth. For someone to claim *it was you.* To credit you’s hands, you’s blood. *Silence reigned.* Worst of all? *Percy stayed silent.* ***⊹ ࣪ ﹏𓊝﹏𓂁﹏⊹ ࣪ ˖*** The next night, you sought solace in the arena. you reached for a sw…