( OPEN ) | sounding heartbeats, intimidation

[hairstroke]

WHO: Leon Zhong & YOU!
WHERE: Various places
WHEN: October
WHAT: catch-all for october and monster shenanigans
WARNINGS: There's probably going to be some fighting so, maybe some minor violence and blood? He'll also be biting and/or scratching people in order to get them infected but you are welcome to let me know if you want your characters to be infected in a different method.

▶ option one.

[ Paranoia is not a new feeling for Leon. Ever since he became a victim to Retrospec, he's constantly living in fear of what dangerous thing might happen next. However, this sense of trepidation feels much more frightening than anything else, even if he can't quite put his finger as to why he feels like this.

But because of his pride, Leon didn't want to make it seem as though something was bothering him but he's definitely not the best at hiding his emotions. As he's carving a pumpkin, a strained look plagues his face and in the midst, he ends up carving a derpy looking pumpkin. While it's not scary, it's not exactly cute and is certainly enough for his hair to suddenly turn silver. ]

... Don't you dare make a comment about my hair.

[ Or the pumpkin. Art is not his forte!!! ]

▶ option two.

[ How anyone was able to drag him onto the hay ride is anyone's guess but somehow, he's here, sitting on a bundle of hay with a very annoyed expression on his face. This has to be the most boring thing he's ever been a part of. Come on Retrospec, he knows you can do better than that.

Then suddenly, the horse changes into something terrifying and then the ride goes from zero to one hundred pretty quickly. In the midst of all the panic, Leon stares blankly at the monster horses before raising an eyebrow at this entire scene. ]

... Jesus.

[ It might be a little alarming that's all he has to say on the matter? What an underreaction. ]

▶ option three.

[ Unfortunately for Leon, things get even worse for him when night falls. Infect. Multiply. Destroy. are the only thoughts that run through his mind. Those words consume his mind and he is no longer able to restrain himself.

Should any poor unfortunate soul happen to be walking around in the city at night, you will be approached by Leon, who is wearing a casual jacket with the hoodie thrown over his head, making it somewhat difficult to see his face, but if you happen to know him, it's easy to recognize him by his voice alone. Another strange factor for anyone that knows his tastes, might find it odd that he's not in his usual prep attire and is actually donning something informal.

Also don't mind the fact that he's suspiciously hiding his hands in his pockets. To make matters worse, he's also got a threatening tone in his voice. ]

Excuse me, have you seen a white poodle anywhere? My dog seems to have gotten loose.

[ This is most definitely not a trap. Have no fear.]

▶ option four.

[ The cat is out of the bag— or well, more like demonic werewolf in this case. Once he fully reveals himself, it's evident that the infection has consumed him. Though he's still recognizable as Leon Zhong, most of his humanity has been stripped away. Red, demon horns protrude from the side of his head and his ears resemble a wolf's. Along with that, his finger nails have grown sharp, making his hands look like vicious claws. The last notable change is when he smirks at his prey, his sharp fangs become visible.

Not only does he look different, but these changes have had an effect on his personality as well. Although Leon was already an arrogant asshole, there's something about him that seems much more malicious than when he was human. The look in his eyes make it seem like he's thrilled to corner his prey.

Infect. Multiply. Destroy.

Infect. Multiply. Destroy.

Infect. Multiply. Destroy.

Those words repeat in his mind making any care and concern that he might have had disappear. Whether your character happened to be his target or if you happened to walk in on him preying on an NPC, this area is a huge dangerzone and unless you are another patient zero here to help him, you better run. ]

▶ option five.

[ It's a bad idea to give Leon five floating swords in the first place, but it's an even worse idea to let him wield said swords in his current state.

If you are unfortunate to encounter him in the dead of night, he smiles before it turns into a devious smirk and suddenly five flying swords float from behind him and are pointed in your direction. Being the cause of the perilious situation causes Leon to let out a laugh that borderlines maniacal. ]

Hmm, having you cornered this easily is almost kind of boring.

[ Suddenly, he's struck with an idea. It's definitely the demon side of him that's taking over. ]

Why don't I strike a deal with you? I'll give you a head start on running and if you by some miracle manage to get away from me, then I'll let you go. However... [ a beat. ] I can assure you, there's no way you'll be able to escape from me.

▶ wildcard.

[ Feel free to throw any starter at me or I'll also be happy to write you a personalized starter. ♥

You send me a PM or hit me up at konimi if you want to plot out anything specific! Leon is infected with the werewolf, demon and evil robot traits but let me know in advance if you want your character to get infected or not. Alternatively, you are also welcome to fight him off and succeed from prompt three onwards. ]