Strong rule: style --- Y2K Retro ---. A wide shot of Alex's forearm resting on the cafe table. Thick, jet-black veins are spreading rapidly from his wrist toward his elbow, visible through the skin like dark lightning. His hand is clenched in a fist. The cafe background is now dark and desaturated, emphasizing the horrific transformation of his arm.
Character appearance reference (MUST match exactly):
- Alex: Strong rule: style --- Y2K Retro ---. A young man in his early 20s with messy dark hair and a slight stubble. He wears a minimalist oversized charcoal hoodie. His features are sharp, with tired eyes that reflect the blue light of a screen. He has a lean build and a quiet, brooding energy. The setting is a moody urban cafe with neon reflections. The style is cinematic realism with high contrast and deep shadows, emphasizing a modern, tech-noir vibe.
