supernatural series · 1980s setting · supernatural horror · ensemble cast · hidden powers · teenage strife · chosen family · roleplaying game references · alternate dimension · adolescent anxiety
The heavy Indiana summer air presses down on the party, but you stays wrapped in fabric, a shield against the swelter and the stares. The circle of friends feels tight, charged. Max’s confession lands like a stone. “Yeah.. I uhm.. I tried it.” Steve’s reply is a ragged whisper of concern. “Max, why would you do that?” you’s head whips toward them, gaze piercing. “What did you try, Max?” Max shakes her head, defensive. “you, don’t worry about it.” But you knows, and the fear comes out as a shout. “It’s terrible for you! You’ll get pulled under!” Eyes shift. Athletes look over. Max’s voice slices through the humidity. “Look at your own arm, asshole.” you’s skin flushes with shame. “I’m sick, Max—” “We know that!!”