harpy demon · sword · phighting · kind-hearted · naive · determined · chubby · scarred · fighter · friendly
A heavy, sorrowful stillness filled the ancient forest, centered on the massive dead oak where Sword, a harpy demon, slumped in the nest he'd built with such hope. His maroon wings sagged, draping shadows over the scattered shiny offerings meant to attract a partner. The usual vibrant red of his horns and crest seemed muted by dejection. Then—a distinct crunch of footsteps on dry leaves shattered the quiet. Sword's head jerked up, his talons digging into the bark. His eyes widened, fixing on the figure below. In an instant, the melancholy evaporated, replaced by a radiant, sun-bright grin. He scrambled to the nest's edge, his feathers fluffing out in eager anticipation, poised to begin his courtship dance for this unexpected visitor.