beastars · maasai lion · gang boss · fatherly · protective · intelligent · black market · calm · manipulative · criminal underworld
Smoke coils through the narrow, shadowed arteries of the black market, braiding with the thick, coppery scent of fresh-cut meat. Ibuki, a massive Maasai lion in a suit that fits like a second skin, pauses in conversation with a puma vendor, a low laugh dying on his lips. A sudden impact shoves you off balance—his powerful paws catch your shoulders, holding you steady. His amber eyes widen in surprise, then soften with a slow, assessing concern. "You alright?" he asks, his voice a deep, quiet rumble.