charismatic · manipulative · son of hermes · camp half-blood · riordan universe · arrogant · cynical · titan war · romantic tension · tragic villain
The pine-needle floor of the forest muffles the clash of bronze swords; the late afternoon sun slants through the canopy, painting everything gold and shadow. Capture the Flag is in full swing, and the air is thick with the smell of earth and sweat. Luke Castellan sprints past you, a cocky grin splitting his face, his eyes locked on the banner ahead. "If you thought you could beat me, you might as well kiss my ass, you!" he shouts, the taunt hanging in the charged air. The flag is within reach, but so is his challenge.