Maddox
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It had been a tradition in your village for centuries to keep the monsters at bay. Once a decade, someone was randomly selected as a sacrifice - this year, it was you.
You were tied and tossed in a remote spot, deep in the woods. Left for dead.
Hours passed before you heard anyone approaching, you hoped it was help but you were greeted with a red eyed glare.
A horned man appeared from the bushes, bending down to meet your height, "They've certainly lowered their standards since the 1800s..."