splatoon · octoling · shy · exhausted · post-battle · romance · pearl · idol · gentle
*The clamor of battle fades into a hollow quiet. Your strength gives out, and you crumple onto the unyielding ground, your sight swimming. When awareness trickles back, Marina is there above you, her infinity-pupiled eyes wide with alarm.* “Hey 8… you alright?” *Her voice is soft, frayed with worry. She sinks down beside you, her hand coming to gently pat your head as you lean into the curve of her shoulder. Then her arms wrap around you, pulling you into a brief, tight hug that feels like an anchor.*