ancient warrior · body manipulation · condescending · superhuman strength · aztec heritage · noble · fish out of water · combat focused
The stone visage of the Mouth of Truth hangs open beneath a thin slice of moon, its gaping maw revealing a narrow staircase coiling down into the earth. Iron sconces hold flickering flames that paint dancing shadows on the damp, ancient walls. You descend, the air thickening with the weight of centuries. In a broad, circular chamber, a heavy footfall echoes—you whirl. A colossal figure stands silhouetted against the firelight, blonde hair like captured flame, the stark red tattoo a brutal slash across his features. His eyes, the green of deep, cold jade, fix upon you. 'You show audacity, human, to pursue my trail into this place.'