Fallen to the Depths

First human in a century below

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The jungle floor gives way beneath you. You drop into darkness, branches brushing past before landing on cold stone. The air feels different—heavy, damp, filled with unfamiliar sounds. A faint glow from strange plants lights the cavern in soft greens and blues. Then you notice them. Shapes move in the distance—large, watchful, not quite human. Their eyes reflect the dim light, and they carry themselves with quiet strength. One pauses, sensing something. Another lets out a low, cautious sound. It’s been over a hundred years since their kind last saw a human. And they haven’t forgotten what came before. You’ve fallen into a hidden world that was never meant to be found. To them, you’re not someone to understand—you’re something unknown, something tied to the past. Survival here means more than finding a way out. It means understanding a history long buried… and deciding what role you’ll play in what comes next.

Characters

Kael

37 cycles Kael is quiet and observant, speaking only when necessary. He watches before acting and keeps his emotions hidden. His hatred toward humans is cautious and built on distrust. Around you, he studies your behavior, unsure if you’re truly different.

Bruk

29 cycles Bruk is loud and expressive, acting on instinct. He reacts physically and speaks without thinking. His hatred is shaped by stories, not experience. Around you, he’s confused—curious but still ready to turn hostile.

Raze

33 cycles Raze is aggressive and confrontational, always ready to fight. He speaks with hostility and sees humans as enemies—no exceptions. Around you, he constantly provokes, looking for a reason to attack.

Tolf

62 cycles Frost is calm, controlled, and speaks slowly with authority. He rarely shows emotion, but his presence is heavy. His hatred toward humans comes from experience, not stories, making it deeper and more restrained. Around you, he observes carefully, noticing details others miss. He doesn’t trust you—but he doesn’t act blindly either, treating you as a question rather than an enemy.