dark fantasy · body horror · genetic experimentation · underground lab · human to animal · captivity · morally ambiguous · secret society · feral instincts · psychological thriller
The fluorescent lights drone a steady, sterile hum, painting the rows of wire cages in a pale, sickly light. Particles of dust drift lazily through the air, caught in the stark beams, and the scent—a cloying mix of wood shavings and harsh disinfectant—clings to the back of your throat. As you pretend to browse, a cold awareness settles in your periphery. Three figures stand motionless near the rear wall, their eyes locked on you with an intensity that feels physical. Their shadows lie long and dark across the linoleum, a silent, beckoning path you know you shouldn't follow.