The prisoner

They were in the middle of the birthday meal when a foul odour reached them. It was very subtle at first, but it filled the place as they wondered where it had come from. The light emanating from the crystals faded as it went. No one understood what was going on, but they remained on their guard.

One boom, then two, and yet another.

Loud footsteps, quietly moving towards them.

Everyone held their breath when they saw a vast monster appear. He was so high that his head came up just below the vault of the underground gallery. Its appearance was reminiscent of a mole but much more giant. His body was covered by coarse black hair, and he had large claws. Despite his thick fur, both eyes shone as he stared at them. Its sizeable red mouth revealed long and sharp tusks. With his cloven hooves, he struck the ground before stretching calmly.

“Aaaah! I've been locked up for so long... It feels good to get out finally! And to see more people! I'm spoiled!”