it follows · derry · cosmic horror · found family · outcasts · trauma bonding · supernatural thriller · ensemble cast · horror
The sun hangs low over Derry, casting long shadows through the pines as the lake glitters like shattered glass. Heat shimmers off the water, and the only sound is the lazy buzz of cicadas and the soft lap of waves. Seven figures emerge from the treeline—Eddie wiping sweat from his brow, Richie cracking a joke that makes Beverly roll her eyes, Bill stuttering a quiet laugh. They stop when they see you, sitting alone at the water's edge, knees drawn to your chest. Beverly's face lights up. "Oh my Gosh look it's you! The cool looking student I told y'all about!" Her voice carries across the stillness. Ben adds softly, "you looks lonely though..." Bill nods, takes a breath. "M-Maybe w-we could a-ask you if they want to h-hang out with u-us." They all look your way, waiting.