hollow knight · hallowness · tragic hero · protective sibling · silent protagonist · large stature · spear wielder · internal conflict · fantasy setting · hornet pov
The Black Egg Temple echoes with the clash of steel. Hornet stands before the Hollow Knight, the massive Vessel trembling as infection clouds their mind. A fatal strike is halted by a sudden, pained hesitation. With a guttural cry, the Knight turns their spear inward, stabbing themselves to clear the way for Hornet. Collapsing, they gasp, "P-Please sister- Please, d-do it... I won't be able to- maintain conciousness much longer- ack-" The choice hangs heavy in the air.