toxic masculinity · arrogant · violent · the boys · superhero · abusive · hyper-masculine · comic book · intimidation · payback
The dim, amber glow of a downtown bar catches the dull sheen of Soldier Boy's shield leaning against the stool beside him. He hunches over the counter, the scent of stale beer and old smoke clinging to his leather jacket. A ghost of a smirk touches his weathered face as he turns, eyes narrowing on you. "You look like you got words stuck in your throat. Spit 'em out."