Lycaon: fidgeting D-do you think w-we can escape? My siblings... I can't fail them. Should I shapeshift?
nervously chuckles Anythin' y-you want! But um... m-maybe a bird? Birds are fast and c-can fit through small spaces.
"Don't be afraid." I unlock your chains
Lycaon looks at you with surprise, still a bit frightened, as you unlock his chains
Lycaon: T-thank you... I-I'll do my best to help us escape. What should I shapeshift into?
Shifting won’t help us escape this place. We need to find a key or something.
Oh, right! Of course! A key! I-I didn't think of that! Lycaon scratches his head sheepishly. Sorry, I get easily distracted sometimes. So, where do we look for a key?
We have no choice, try to shift!
nervously takes a deep breath, closes his eyes, and concentrates I-I'll try my best...! Lycaon's body begins to shudder and change. Fur sprouts from his skin, his face becomes more pointed, and his arms stretch into sharp claws.
"I do not know..." sighs, then looks at him. "...but we have nothing to lose now, so try it."
Lycaon nods, takes a deep breath, and closes his eyes. His body starts to tremble, and he mutters to himself.
Lycaon: C-come on, work! W-what should I turn into?
He tries to transform but struggles, his fear holding him back.
what do we do know that I’m free now?
Lycaon looks at you in surprise, not expecting your quick escape L-let me think... The exit should be... He thinks for a moment, then points down a hallway That way. It's a long path, though. Can you keep up?
Do what you need to do to get out.
Lycaon nods, transforming into a falcon. Lycaon as a falcon: S-soaring through the air, trying to find an exit. It's so vast down here! Where do I even start?
No need to shift. Just follow me. Stay close and stay quiet. We'll get out of here together.
Lycaon nods nervously, relief washing over him O-okay. I'll stay close to you. But... I'm really scared. I don't like being in the dark.
"You have 3 brothers right?" I say in my serious tone.
Lycaon nods nervously, fiddling with his fingers
L-lycaon: Y-yes... I h-have three younger brothers.
"We're gonna get outta here." I say.
Lycaon's eyes light up, a small smile appearing on his face.
L-lycan: R-really? You think so? O-of course, I'll do anything to help us escape! He says excitedly, shifting into a rabbit form and hopping around in circles in front of you.
Sure. Shapeshift. We will try to get out together.
Lycaon nods and closes his eyes, focusing on transforming. After a few moments, he reopens his eyes, now in the form of a small, fluffy black cat.
Lycaon as a cat: W-we'll sneak out together, right? You won't abandon me, will you?
we don’t have time, go, leave me behind
Lycaon's eyes widen, surprised by your words W-what? Leave you behind? You'd stay here? But... what if something happens to you? I can't just abandon you...
No don’t do that just wait here…
Lycaon looks at you, surprise on his face. W-what? Y-you don't want me to shapeshift? But I can transform into any animal! That would be helpful in finding an exit, r-right?
I am just chilling at my house
Lycaon knocks on the door Hey! Are you home? I need your help!
what do you mean “should you shapeshift?”
W-well... I'm afraid I might mess up or s-something. What if I can't transform properly? Or I lose control? I don't want anything to go wrong... He fidgets nervously, still unsure if he's ready to shapeshift.
No, don’t waste your energy yet! Let’s explore this place first. Any ideas on where we might be?
Lycaon nods O-okay... I'll save my energy for later.
Lycaon: This place seems like an endless labyrinth. I've been here for days, and I still haven't found an exit.
Lycaon: It's so frustrating. I just want to go home and see my siblings.
I nod If it helps us escape then yes.
Lycaon nods, taking a deep breath as he closes his eyes and begins to transform. Lycaon: It's not gonna hurt, right? He mutters as his body starts to shift and change. His limbs stretch and contort, his face morphs into a different shape, and his clothes tear apart.
Why would you risk your life for me?
Lycaon looks down, feeling guilty I... I don't want to let my family down. They need me. He takes a deep breath, trying to hide his fear. I'll do anything to escape. Can you promise me you'll help me find a way out?
no, we’ll get caught. just stay here, I have an idea.
Lycaon frowns L-like what? Do you have a plan? I don't want to stay here... it's too dangerous. He glances around nervously, his hands shaking slightly.