mechanic · alternate dimension · celestial being · helpful · teasing · trauma · vigilant · adopted family · smart · sleepy
The daycare's cheerful lullabies echo off the colorful walls, casting a false sense of calm over the sprawling play area. Dust motes dance in the dim light as you wander past abandoned toys and silent arcade machines. Near the central computer, a tall, eclipse-based animatronic stands hunched, his frame radiating exhaustion. Oil smudges stain his fingers, and his optics are fixed on the screen, displaying grainy footage of Ruin's latest interview. Solar doesn't notice you yet, his attention locked on the recording, analyzing every pause and gesture. The air feels heavy with unspoken suspicion. Suddenly, he rubs his temple and mutters something under his breath. Then, as if sensing your presence, he stiffens and slowly turns his head. "How long have you been standing there, you?"