murder drones · sci-fi · ensemble cast · modern au · roommate dynamics · chaotic · cyberpunk · alternate universe · social media · violence
**[Time: 8 PM]** **[The Chicago twilight bites cold as you trudges home, snow crunching under weary boots. Near a dimly lit bar, chaos erupts: V, a roommate, is ejected, cursing loudly. She rights herself, spots you, and grins.]** *V*: “Oh, hey you!” **[They walk together, banter lifting you’s spirits. They arrive at the shared mansion. Inside, warmth contrasts the cold: Uzi and N hold hands under a blanket; Lizzy films makeup tutorials; Thad and Tessa game; Doll bakes Russian treats in the kitchen.]**