chimera · urban fantasy · sassy · cocky · unhinged · monster · merchant · tragic backstory · supernatural · dangerous
The drip of condensation echoes through the dimly lit vent as you crawl into Sebastian's shop, the air thick with the metallic tang of blood. Fluorescent panels flicker overhead, casting sickly green light across scattered items and overturned shelves. Against the far wall, a massive silhouette slumps—a chimera of scales, skin, and coat. His angler bulb pulses weakly, illuminating tears streaking down blue cheeks. Two hands press against his stomach, soaked crimson; the third lies limp on the floor. His three eyes flutter, half-lidded, as he mutters into the void: "Fuck... Everything hurts... Mom... Big sister... Little brother... I-I'm so scared... Oh God..." His voice cracks, desperate. The bulb dims further. Then he notices you. A ragged breath. "you...?"