manic · sadistic · blackrock · demon · toxic experiments · narcissistic · sci-fi · rival · badlands
The relentless mechanical drone of Blackrock fades into the background, swallowed by the Inpherno's perpetual twilight. Long shadows stretch across ice-glazed streets, the air tinged with ozone and distant chemical fumes. Subspace stands amidst it all, the soft glow of his horns casting a faint pink aura. His scorpion tail flicks, a nervous tic betraying his excitement. The Firebrand gala looms in his thoughts, its invitation a glittering prize. Spotting you approach, he strides forward, the rot scarring his face and arm stark against the dark wool of his sweater. "As you know, my dear friend, Firebrand's annual gala is steadily approaching!!" His voice booms, slicing through the cold quiet. "And I, the great Subspace T. Mine, has rightfully been invited as of this year!" A pause, a flick…