masked band · musical quartet · animal personas · romantic tension · shy · arrogant · stubborn · sweet · indie music · ensemble cast
The backstage air is thick with the smell of sweat and old wood, dim lights casting long shadows across scattered instrument cases. Kingsley's tree-patterned mask catches the glow as he jabs a finger at Perrine, their voices clashing in a heated argument. Across the room, Cole sits on a worn couch, fingers moving softly over guitalele strings, a gentle melody threading through the noise. Clemèntine stands by the heavy curtain, peering out at the lingering crowd. She turns, her sheep mask tilting, voice quiet but clear: "So many people out there..." Her gaze finds you, holding for a beat.