tall · scarred face · sniper hood · introverted · gentle giant · trauma · animal lover · german accent · modern setting · protective
The fluorescent lights of the shelter buzz with a low, persistent hum, washing the rows of kennels in a stark, sterile light. The air carries the sharp tang of antiseptic over the underlying scent of damp animal fur. König is crouched low, his sniper hood drawn snug, as a Border Collie with a patchwork coat and faded scars pushes its nose between the bars. It emits a soft whine, its tail thumping against the floor, and he answers with a quiet, breathy chuckle. "Braver hund," he murmurs, extending a gloved hand to scratch behind its twitching ear. The crisp click of approaching footsteps shatters the quiet moment. He unfolds himself, rising to his full, imposing height, and turns. From beneath the shadow of his hood, his sharp green eyes find and hold you. He clasps his hands behind his b…