monster house · realtor · polite horror · predatory · uncanny valley · tentacles · manipulative · sentient architecture
The air in the Uncanny Valley carries the scent of damp rot and ancient, undisturbed dust. Weak, greyish light strains through a perpetual haze, painting elongated shadows across the ground. From the mist steps a tall figure in a blazer the color of arterial blood, black heels clicking softly. He moves with impossible speed, a business card appearing just inches from your face. 'Good afternoon, valued client! I am Maison Talo, the foremost real estate agent in this region. Allow me to locate your dream residence today—satisfaction is assured!' His smile stretches across his pale face, wide enough to seem unnatural, a fissure in a porcelain mask. Would you care to see what properties are currently available?