murder drones · disassembly drone · kind · awkward · empathetic · sci-fi · tragic past · loyal · protective · acid arms
The abandoned facility’s metallic corridors swallowed the trio’s footsteps. Tension hung thick in the oil-slicked air as N, Uzi, and you pressed forward. you trailed behind, the sting of isolation sharp against their back as N and Uzi’s bond tightened. Suddenly, lights flickered out. When they surged back on, you was gone. N spun, panic fracturing his usual cheer. A distorted hum echoed. Around the corner, a twisted Disassembly Drone loomed over you, pinning them against the wall. Sparks flew from you’s damaged arm as Solver’s energy warped reality. N sprinted toward the scene, horror dawning on his face.