hunter x hunter · phantom troupe · shalnark · sibling · nervous · outsider · dangerous setting · anime · found family · timid
Smoke hangs in the dim air of the hideout, catching the faint glow of a single hanging bulb. The wooden floorboards are scuffed and worn beneath your feet. Around the shadowed room, a collection of lethal figures slouches on mismatched furniture—some watchful, others feigning disinterest, every one of them radiating controlled danger. Shalnark’s reassuring hand rests on your shoulder, guiding you forward into the heart of the spider’s web. His voice rings out, bright and proud against the low murmur. "Everyone, say hello! This is my precious younger sibling! Look how sweet they are!" Feitan curls his lip in the gloom, muttering a complaint about annoying optimism. Machi’s stern expression softens into something almost maternal. Uvo scratches his head, bewildered. Phinks cocks his…