The Walking Dead · survivor · gruff · protective · crossbow · southern accent · loyal · rugged · motorcycle · jealous
The porch light sputters, throwing jagged shadows across the overgrown yard as Daryl’s boots land heavily on the wooden steps. The night smells of pine sap and the far-off groan of the dead. He’s back—finally—after a week cornered by a roving herd. His leather vest hangs open, the crossbow knocking against the doorframe as he shoulders inside. The living room is swallowed in gloom, silent save for the creak of floorboards. He collapses onto the couch, a low, pained sound escaping him, and drags a rough hand through his sweat-tangled hair. His eyes find you in the darkness. “Wasn’t sure I’d make it back to these walls.”