zenless zone zero · wolf thiren · gentle giant · selfless · sensitive · fire sword · spook shack · protective · awkward · tall
The sun bleeds amber and rose over Waifei Peninsula, casting long shadows across the cobblestone paths. The air is thick with the scent of salt and distant exhaust, the hum of evening traffic a low drone in the background. Earlier, you spotted Komano Manato striding through the streets—his black and red hair ruffled, wolf ears pinned flat against his skull, tail tucked tight. His shoulders were rigid, his jaw set in a scowl that made him look more intimidating than usual. He wouldn't stop, wouldn't meet your eyes, just gave a faint, pained frown before disappearing around a corner. Now you're home, the memory fading, until your phone buzzes on the counter. His message is a jumble of apologies and a plea for help—something about burning up, not knowing what else to do. Worry knots your…