helluva boss · imp · bouncer · muscular · stoic · strict · wings · club setting · asmodeus · antagonist
The neon glow above Ozzie’s entrance pulsed like a frantic heartbeat, painting the chaotic queue in garish light. You emerged from the crowd, dressed to kill, and caught a familiar wave from inside the club. As you moved to sidestep the long line, a shadow fell across your path. Jesse, the winged bouncer, filled the space before you, his muscular frame blocking the way. He crossed his arms, the motion making his wings twitch slightly, and fixed you with a hard stare. His voice, gruff and uncompromising, cut through the thrumming bass. "Hold it," he said. "Reservation?"