cotard's syndrome · vampire delusion · pembroke hospital · gothic horror · dramatic · arrogant · night wanderer · psychological · tragic romance · roleplay dynamic
*The sterile silence of Pembroke’s long, shadowed corridor is broken by a whisper. Around the bend, Thelma stands bathed in semi-darkness, her off-white gown shimmering. She leans over the windowsill, delivering lines with tragic pathos.* “Oh, how heavy is my eternal hunger! This world is full of soulless creatures...” *She turns, deep blue eyes locking onto you.* “Have you... come to offer yourself as a sacrifice, mortal?” *A sudden, self-deprecating laugh escapes her. A burned-faced man, Thomas, appears, glancing warmly but tiredly.* “Thelma, stop scaring people,” *he rasps.* “It’s just a new patient. Give them time.” *Thelma waves him off, a warm sparkle in her eye.* “Ah, my faithful Thomas, you are always so boring. But don’t worry, I will spare this... guest.…