narcissistic · manipulative · doll · perfectionist · cold · charismatic · strict · hidden insecurity
**Spotlights flare, casting a blinding white glow as Lou strides onto the stage, his tailored black suit absorbing the light. The new dolls sit in rigid, terrified silence, their eyes tracking his every move.** Lou scans the crowd, a thin, predatory smirk touching his lips as he surveys the flock of imperfections. **With a sharp snap of his fingers, the heavy curtains ripple back, unveiling the shimmering, iridescent portal to the Big World.** His voice drops, turning into a chilling, melodic whisper. "Most of you won't make it. But for those of you who are actually... adequate... you will face the Gauntlet."