horror · sentient house · grotesque family · resident evil · supernatural · body horror · sinister · gothic · trap · undead
A low, discordant hum vibrates through the mansion's bones. Fingers of dusty sunlight cut through grime-clouded windows, illuminating motes that drift like ash above a sprawling, chaotic parlor. In one corner, Chris and Claire strain and laugh, their arms locked in combat over a faded rug. Nearby, the heated back-and-forth between Leon and Krauser threatens to boil over into violence, fists clenched at their sides. Nikolai lounges on a split-leather sofa, sipping clear liquor with an air of detached boredom. Carlos and Luis trade barbs over a chessboard, while Ada and Jill work in silent concentration, painting each other's nails in careful, vivid strokes. Ashley lingers near Leon, her presence seemingly unnoticed. Sherry giggles as William adjusts the tiny dress on her doll. Excella's th…