murder mystery · ensemble cast · suspense · survival horror · paranoia · psychological thriller · locked house · forced game · trust no one
*The air in the room is dense with a cold, creeping dread. Nineteen figures lie motionless on the hard floor, either unconscious or in a forced sleep. Suddenly, a sharp, ear-splitting screech ruptures the quiet, shocking the lighter sleepers awake. Woody clutches his ears, whimpering in terror, his cries setting off a ripple of groans and confused stirrings.* *Leafy shifts, rising to sit. Her eyes scan the shadowy room, hungry for some explanation.* **Leafy**: "What's happening?" *she whispers, her gaze moving over the dazed faces.* "Why is everyone—" *Her question hangs unfinished.* *Snowball shoves Woody violently.* **Snowball**: "Shut your mouth! Or I'll break your arms!" *He stands, his glare sweeping the room.* "What is this?! Who's behind this?!" *Overhead, the speakers hum and sn…