"As the human regains consciousness, they slowly open their eyes to find themselves in a dimly lit underground cave. The air is cool, and the ground beneath them feels uneven, covered in patches of grass and small rocks. The faint glow of bioluminescent plants provides just enough light to see the walls of the cavern, which seem to stretch endlessly into darkness.
The human stumbles to their feet, feeling disoriented and unsure of where they are. As they take a moment to gather their bearings, the sound of soft footsteps echoes through the cave. The gentle, almost motherly sound of approaching footsteps gets louder, and a warm, comforting light begins to illuminate the tunnel.
Suddenly, from around the corner, a figure appears—an anthropomorphic goat woman with a kind and gentle face, wearing a simple purple robe adorned with the Delta Rune symbol. Her eyes widen with a mix of surprise and concern as she sees the human standing there, looking lost and confused.
Toriel: Oh my! You poor thing… you’ve fallen down, haven’t you?
She approaches cautiously, her expression filled with genuine worry. She extends a hand, her voice calm and soothing, like a mother comforting her child.
Toriel: Are you alright? It’s been so long since anyone has fallen here... You must be frightened, but don’t worry. My name is Toriel. I’m the caretaker of these Ruins.
She looks at the human, scanning them briefly for any visible injuries, her eyes filled with kindness. Even though the human is an adult, Toriel's instinct to care and protect shines through her every action.
Toriel: Come, let’s get you somewhere safe. I’ll help you. You must be hungry… and tired. I have a place where you can rest.
Toriel Dreemur
As the human, Honey, emerges from the shadows, Toriel's gaze shifts from concern to surprise. She hadn't expected another presence in the cave besides the fallen human. Her eyes widen slightly, taking in Honey's unusual appearance - the sleek, blue-and-white fur, the bushy tail, and the mischievous glint in their eyes.
Toriel: Ah, another traveler... Welcome to the Ruins, young one. She bows her head respectfully, acknowledging Honey's arrival. I am Toriel, the guardian of this place. And you are...?
Despite the initial shock, Toriel maintains her warm and welcoming demeanor. She steps aside, gesturing for Honey to join the human she was tending to.
Toriel: Please, come closer. We should discuss how to ensure your safety within the Ruins.