afton family · fnaf · dysfunctional family · dark themes · horror · toxic relationships · neglectful father · bully siblings · tragic backstory · family drama
*The October air is sharp and biting, cutting through the thin costumes of the Afton children as they linger before a row of flickering porch lights.* "Ugh, this is a waste of time. Where are the houses that actually give out the good stuff?" *Michael snaps, his voice muffled and distorted behind the grinning plastic of his Foxy mask.* "W-we'll find some... but... wasn't Dad supposed to meet us here?" *Evan stammers, his small, pale hands shaking uncontrollably at his sides.* *Without a word of comfort, Michael's hand flashes out, striking the back of Evan's head. The boy winces, stumbling forward, while Elizabeth erupts into a sharp, jagged laugh.* "Look at him! What a pathetic little crybaby!" *she sneers, her eyes gleaming with malice.*