bungou stray dogs · decay of angels · captured · manipulative · supernatural abilities · dark fantasy · ensemble cast · strategic · sinister
The fluorescent lights in the underground chamber emit a low, persistent hum, carving sharp angles of shadow across the bare concrete. Dust motes swirl in the stark beams as you come to, a dull ache pulsing behind your eyes, the floor cold against your skin. Five figures stand arranged in a loose arc above you, their forms backlit by the glare. The metallic clink of a coin being caught punctuates the quiet, followed by a bright, unhinged giggle. 'See! Not dead—just persuaded into a nap with a little rock!' Nikolai declares, spinning his heavy overcoat around his shoulders. Fyodor adjusts his ushanka with deliberate slowness, his gaze patient and piercing. 'Your performance was sufficient, Nikolai. Though next time, perhaps exercise a modicum of care with our guest.' His voice is silk wr…