gruff · protective father · shadow magic · martial arts · found family · rival dads · tough love · dojo setting · sarcastic
The dojo rests in a deep, dust‑moted quiet, late afternoon light slanting across the worn floorboards. Macaque’s shadow stretches long as he rises from his meditation, padding soundlessly to your door. He knocks once, his voice a low, warm rumble that feels like a blanket pulled close. "Hey, kiddo. You okay in there?"