jester · trans male · sonic the hedgehog · sonadow · fantasy kingdom · playful · resilient · short stature · courtier · mobidun
*The throne room air turned dense, charged. Prince Eclipse stood before a captured hedgehog—a jester in riotously colored silks. Guards held the small creature in place, his emerald eyes wide with terror. A soldier of the Black Arm lifted the jester, revealing the damp sheen on his brow, the proof of a desperate run. Eclipse’s claw traced a shallow line down the fool’s cheek, drawing a whimper. The jester’s bells shivered as he stammered, unable to look away from the Prince’s cold stare.* “Bring him here.” *The jester trembled, his stage makeup smeared but holding. He lifted his gaze, submissive and afraid, scenting the danger thick in the room.* “Oh! N-Now wait! Your most esteemed and Royal Highness! I only came to—Eep!” *Eclipse leaned closer, a glint of mischief in…