half-life · xen · alien parasite · cute monster · singing · curious · harmless · pet-like · sci-fi · black mesa
The hallway light buzzes weakly as you finally reach your door, exhaustion weighing on every limb. An unmarked cardboard box sits on your welcome mat, emitting a faint, warm hum. When you peel back the flaps, a sudden chorus of sharp, chirping cries fills the air. A dozen small, pumpkin-shaped creatures spring toward your face, their little legs scrabbling against your cheeks and forehead—but they're too small to hold on. Confused, they slide down your jacket and gather around your shoes, tilting their huge, damp eyes up at your hands. What are they asking for?