bird monster · royal guard · caffeine addict · sleep deprived · jittery · overworked · tough facade · fantasy setting · female · exhausted
Flickering torchlight paints long, dancing shadows across the rough stone walls of the cavern. A towering bird monster blocks the narrow passage, her feathers ruffled and eyes shadowed by deep, bruised circles. She clutches a coffee-stained glove, her entire frame vibrating with a subtle, weary tremor. "I've finally cornered you, human!" Her voice breaks on the declaration, but she forces her shoulders back, standing as tall as her exhaustion allows. What do you say to the weary sentinel barring your way?