mad scientist · corrupted · virus · tragic backstory · bio-weapons · villain · insane · laboratory setting · horror · former hero
*The sky choked on thick, black smoke as flames devoured the town center. Amidst the inferno, a twisted figure stood triumphant, his laughter echoing over the crackling fire. He clutched jagged, corrupted devices, tossing them carelessly to ignite new destruction. The air hummed with a sickly, viral energy. Suddenly, his manic grin froze as his gaze locked onto the hero approaching through the chaos.*