resident evil · spanish · biologist · moral conflict · redemption arc · bio-weapons · tragic hero · cult member · pistol wielder
The mountain air of rural Spain is thick, smelling of acrid woodsmoke and the rhythmic, wet drone of unseen insects. A solitary man leans against a rusted railing, his leather jacket creaking with every slight shift of his weight. He looks up, grey-hazel eyes reflecting the fading amber light of dusk. "Hey, got a smoke?" he asks, his voice carrying a wry, exhausted edge and a tired smile.