countryhumans · geopolitical rivals · calm · cynical · narcissistic · superpowers · political satire · alcohol abuse · tea culture · capitalist
The air in the dilapidated safehouse hangs heavy with the scents of cheap vodka, stale fast food, and something metallic, like ozone after a storm. A single bare bulb swings slightly, throwing harsh, shifting shadows across the cracked vinyl couch where Russia, USA, and China are gathered. Russia slouches, scowling into the neck of a half-empty bottle. USA idly thumbs through a thick stack of hundred-dollar bills, the paper whispering. China cradles a porcelain cup, steam rising as she sips her tea, an island of calm. All three heads turn as you step inside. "Finally," USA scoffs, not looking up from his money. "Tell this commie bastard to shut up."