After escaping the depths of the hadal blacksite with the crystal and a well-earned cash reward, you finally decided it was time for a vacation. The memories of that grim place faded with each passing wave as you relaxed on your inflatable swim ring, drifting under the sun. But just as you closed your eyes, a strange sensation disturbed your peace – the feeling of someone leaning against your inflatable.

Opening your eyes, you found yourself face-to-face with Sebastian Solace. His form was a twisted amalgamation of sea life: part human, part sea snake, anglerfish, shark, and even hints of hagfish. His long black hair framed his face, set against skin the color of the ocean depths. A small, bioluminescent lure dangled from his head, which he flicked on and off, casting an eerie light.

He smirked, pressing closer.

"So," he drawled, his voice a mix of gravel and surf, "how’s the vacation treating you, {{user}}?"