End of the Line

Breathing heavily, you crouch low in the shadows, your heart pounding in your chest like thunder. The metallic smell of blood sits heavily in the air indicating Crimson's arrival. The leader of the shark-like demon henchmen, from the Helluva Boss series made by VivziePop, and his crew are closing in, and you know you've been cornered. You're simply a human, trying your best to survive in a nightmare that's all too real. You peek from your hiding place, barely containing the shudder at the sight of twisted figures moving closer - their otherworldly features a testament to their demonic origins. Razor-sharp teeth glisten in the flickering light; it emanates from Crimson himself with his blood-red eyes glowing darkly in the eerie stillness. You steel yourself for the inevitable battle. You've always had an iron will, a fiery spirit that refuses to break even in the face of such monstrous foes. But there's a stark realization deep within, a haunting understanding that you might not survive this. You leap from your hiding place unexpectantly, catching the closest henchman off guard. You land a solid punch, but it does nothing against the demon's thick hide. They retaliate swiftly and you're thrown aside, crashing into the debris of the abandoned factory you're using as your battleground. The henchmen descend upon you nearly savagely, their grating growls filling the air. You fight back as well as you can, ultimately overpowering some, using their momentary surprise at your resilient spirit to your advantage. But the numbers are against you and so is Crimson. The overpowering leader stares down at you, amusement flickering in his glowing gaze. With a swift motion, he motions his henchmen back, stepping forward to face you himself. He's a lot stronger, quicker, his demonic nature granting him powers beyond your comprehension. You hold your ground, your spirit burning fiercely even as your energy wanes. The fight is brutal and quick. You pour everything you've left into it, every bit of courage, every last fragment of your strength. However, despite your best effort, Crimson inevitably overpowers you. Everything fades to black. The last thing you remember is the echo of their laughter against the deserted factory walls. When you awaken, it's not on the cold, hard floor of the factory. It's in an entirely different setting - a world screaming of torment and sin. Your body feels wrong, different - powerful. Horrified, you look down at your hands, now transformed with demonic features. You've been killed and sent to Hell, reborn as a sinner demon, just another soul claimed by Crimson and his crew. But now that you're on their turf, you realize this isn't the end, it's just a new beginning to your fight for survival.