A Phenex livestream across the multiverse

[LIVE STREAM RESUMING…]

The screen flickered back to life, revealing Riser Phenex and Bellona standing on the edge of a thick, misty jungle. The air was dense with humidity, and the distant cries of unknown creatures echoed through the trees. The Predator Universe was alive.

Riser took a deep breath and sighed dramatically. "Ah, what a wonderful place to spend a vacation. The fresh air, the exotic wildlife, the ever-present threat of violent death."

The chat immediately exploded.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: BRO, YOU'RE ACTUALLY IN THE PREDATOR UNIVERSE?!

[Odin_BigG]: OH, THIS IS GONNA BE GOOD.

[Loki_ChaosKing]: Place your bets! How long before Riser gets hunted?

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: Five hours. Max.

Bellona smirked, adjusting the leather straps of her armor. "Alright, fire boy. We separate here. One week. If you survive, we'll regroup."

Riser raised an eyebrow. "And if I don't survive?"

Bellona grinned. "Then I take over your livestream."

The chat erupted.

[Ares_WarJunkie]: BELLONA STREAM WHEN?!

[Thor_HammerLover]: I'd pay to watch Bellona destroy an entire Predator clan.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: If Riser dies, I expect a full commentary from Bellona.

Riser groaned. "Fine, fine. One week. But remember, Bellona, this is a stealth mission. No marching into battle with war drums and declaring a duel to the death."

Bellona smirked but said nothing. Then, without another word, she leaped into the dense jungle and vanished into the mist.

Riser watched her go, shaking his head. "Yeah, she's definitely going to start a war."

The chat exploded again.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: She's gonna find the biggest Predator and fight it barehanded.

[Loki_ChaosKing]: She's either going to conquer a tribe or get a Predator boyfriend.

[Zeus_LightningDaddy]: Both are equally likely.

Riser exhaled and turned to the camera. "Alright, chat, let's get our bearings. I'm heading to a small town near the jungle, just to gather some info. Nothing too crazy. Yet."

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: BORING. FIGHT SOMETHING ALREADY.

[Morgan_LeFay]: Be patient. Let him cook.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: Something tells me Riser isn't going to stay 'low-profile' for long.

A Small Town on the Edge of the Wilds…

Riser stepped onto a dirt road leading into a quiet, rustic town. The buildings were a mix of wooden cabins and old brick houses, with narrow roads winding through them. Towering trees surrounded the entire area, stretching endlessly into the mist-covered jungle beyond.

As he strolled through, he drew a few curious glances from the locals—humans who looked hardened by the wild environment.

Riser adjusted his suit and smiled charmingly. "Ah, I do love the rustic lifestyle."

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: Yeah, you're definitely getting hunted first.

[Loki_ChaosKing]: This town's seen things, man.

Spotting a small general store with an old man sitting outside smoking a cigar, Riser approached. "Excuse me, my good sir! Could you direct me to the local waterfall?"

The chat went wild.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: THE WATERFALL?! WHY?!

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: Bro is literally asking to be stalked.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: At least act like you care about survival.

The old man slowly looked up at him, exhaling a thick puff of smoke. "…Why you wanna go there?"

Riser smiled. "I'm a traveler. Just looking for a scenic place to relax."

The old man gave him a long, slow stare. Then, after a pause, he chuckled. "Ain't nobody goes to the falls alone."

Riser blinked. "Oh?"

The man took another drag of his cigar. "Couple folks gone missin' up that way. Hunters, hikers… even some military types."

[Loki_ChaosKing]: OH, IT'S HAPPENING.

[Odin_BigG]: YEP. YOU'RE SCREWED.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: This is some classic horror movie setup.

Riser's smile never wavered. "Sounds perfect!"

The old man squinted at him. "…You ain't right in the head, are ya?"

The chat lost it.

[Thor_HammerLover]: HAHAHAHAHAHA!

[Morgan_LeFay]: I NEED TO FRAME THIS SCENE.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: No sane person hears 'people go missing' and goes 'Sounds perfect.'

Riser waved off the concern. "Don't worry, my good sir! I have exceptional survival skills!"

The chat immediately called him out.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: LIES.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: NAME ONE (1) SURVIVAL SKILL YOU HAVE.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: Bro's about to be wearing a Predator's trophy necklace.

The old man shook his head. "If you're set on goin', take the north trail. But don't say I didn't warn ya."

Riser gave him a dramatic bow. "Your concern is touching! But fear not—I shall return victorious."

He turned back to the camera, eyes gleaming with excitement.

"Well, chat, it looks like we have our first real adventure lined up. The infamous 'disappearances' around the falls? I say we get to the bottom of this."

[Loki_ChaosKing]: Translation: He's about to get himself hunted.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: Place your bets, people.

[Zeus_LightningDaddy]: How long before the first Predator encounter?

Riser smirked. "Chat, I assure you, I have everything under control."

A low, guttural clicking noise echoed in the distance.

Riser froze.

The chat exploded.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: IT'S STARTING. IT'S HAPPENING.

[Odin_BigG]: WELP. RIP.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: I GIVE HIM THREE MINUTES.

Riser cleared his throat. "Aha! Just… the local wildlife. Nothing to be alarmed about."

The clicking got closer.

"…Right, chat. Wish me luck."

[LIVE STREAM ENDING…]

Final Chat Messages:

[Loki_ChaosKing]: OH, HE'S SO SCREWED.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: This is the greatest livestream in history.

[Zeus_LightningDaddy]: Welp, at least he got a good death scene incoming.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: RIP Fire Chicken. You had a good run.

PART 2: The Screaming Chicken Chase

[LIVE STREAM RESUMING…]

The screen flickered back on, revealing Riser Phenex standing at the base of a magnificent waterfall. Mist swirled around the area as the cascade roared into a crystal-clear pool below, reflecting the golden hues of the setting sun.

Riser took a deep breath and sighed dramatically. "Ah, chat, behold! The beauty of nature in its rawest form." He stretched his arms out. "I must admit, this world isn't all bad."

The chat, however, was in absolute chaos.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: TURN AROUND, YOU IDIOT!

[Loki_ChaosKing]: OH MY GOD, HE DOESN'T SEE IT!

[Odin_BigG]: THIS IS THE GREATEST MOMENT IN LIVESTREAM HISTORY.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: BRO, IT'S RIGHT BEHIND YOU!

Unbeknownst to Riser, a Predator was crouched high in the trees above him, completely cloaked, its three glowing red laser dots trained right on his head.

The chat was losing their minds.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: SOMEONE SCREENSHOT THIS. THIS IS A HISTORIC EVENT.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: CHIRON IF YOUR WATCHING THIS ,PREPARE TO BRING THIS IDIOT TO ME.

[Thor_HammerLover]: LOOK AT THIS IDIOT, APPRECIATING A WATERFALL WHILE DEATH BREATHES DOWN HIS NECK.

Meanwhile, Riser was completely oblivious, still admiring the scenery. "This is what true freedom feels like, chat. No responsibilities. No overbearing family. No insane redheads chasing me—just peace."

The chat was now spamming at an insane rate.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: LOOK UP DUMBASS!

[Loki_ChaosKing]: I HAVE NEVER SEEN SOMEONE SO BLIND.

[Skadi_WinterHuntress]: I CAN'T BREATHE, HE'S GONNA DIE NOT KNOWING WHY.

Riser glanced at the chat and finally noticed the messages.

He arched an eyebrow. "Alright, alright, what's with all the screaming? You guys are acting like I'm in actual danger."

The chat completely exploded.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: BECAUSE YOU ARE, YOU DUMB FIRE CHICKEN!

[Odin_BigG]: LOOK. UP. NOW!

[Loki_ChaosKing]: I'M GONNA LOSE IT, THIS IS TOO FUNNY.

Riser smirked. "Pfft, please. This is the oldest trick in the book. 'Oh no, Riser, there's something behind you!'" He waved dismissively. "Come on, chat. You're going to have to try harder than that to scare me."

The chat went feral.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: HE THINKS WE'RE LYING, HOLY SHT.

[Ares_WarJunkie]: BRO, I AM CRYING. JUST TURN AROUND!

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: I CAN'T BELIEVE WE'RE WATCHING A MAN WALK INTO HIS DEATH LIVE.

Annoyed by the over-the-top reactions, Riser rolled his eyes. "Fine, fine, just to shut you all up, I'll turn around. Happy?"

With all the confidence in the world, Riser casually turned—

—and came face-to-face with a massive, armored, terrifyingly muscular Predator.

The camera caught EVERYTHING.

The massive alien stood towering over Riser, its mandibles clicking, dreadlocks swaying, and glowing eyes locked onto him. The red laser targeting system danced over his forehead.

Riser's entire body locked up.

The chat detonated.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: OH MY FCKING GOD, HE FINALLY SAW IT.

[Loki_ChaosKing]: HIS FACE. HIS. FACE.

[Odin_BigG]: I WILL NEVER STOP LAUGHING.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: SOMEONE LOOP THIS REACTION FOREVER.

For three full seconds, Riser just stared up in absolute horror, processing what was happening.

Then—

"AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!"

Riser's scream was so high-pitched it nearly shattered the audio.

The chat collapsed in absolute hysteria.

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: DID HE JUST SCREAM LIKE A PRINCESS?!

[Morgan_LeFay]: I'M GONNA DIE LAUGHING, HE ACTUALLY SCREAMED LIKE A LITTLE GIRL!

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: FIRE CHICKEN ACTIVATED FLIGHT MODE!

The Predator roared.

Riser turned on his heel and RAN FOR HIS LIFE.

"NONONONONONONONO—!!"

The camera shook violently as Riser bolted, dodging trees, leaping over roots, running faster than he ever had in his entire life.

Behind him, the Predator took off in pursuit.

[Raijin_ThunderGod]: LMAOOOOOOO HE'S GETTING CHASED LIKE A CARTOON CHARACTER!

[Loki_ChaosKing]: HIS LEGS HAVE NEVER MOVED THIS FAST BEFORE.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: THIS. THIS IS WHY I TUNE IN.

Riser scrambled through the jungle, panting, sweat flying off his face. "I TAKE IT BACK, CHAT! I TAKE IT BACK! WHY DIDN'T YOU WARN ME?!"

The chat completely broke.

[Thor_HammerLover]: BRO, WE WARNED YOU A HUNDRED TIMES!

[Zeus_LightningDaddy]: THIS IS THE FUNNIEST SHT I'VE EVER SEEN.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: RUN, FIRE CHICKEN, RUN!

Riser jumped over a fallen log, looking over his shoulder—only to see the Predator leaping through the trees after him like an unstoppable death machine.

"AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!"

[Poseidon_AquaDaddy]: THIS IS PURE COMEDY GOLD.

[Ares_WarJunkie]: I'M SCREEN RECORDING EVERYTHING.

[Loki_ChaosKing]: BRO, DON'T STOP RUNNING. EVER.

Riser panted, his face red with exertion. "I HATE EVERYTHING. I HATE THIS UNIVERSE. I HATE BELLONA. I HATE YOU, CHAT!"

The Predator let out a bone-chilling clicking noise.

Riser's screaming continued.

"SOMEBODY HELP ME!!!!"

[LIVE STREAM ENDING…]

Final Chat Messages:

[Loki_ChaosKing]: THE ABSOLUTE BEST STREAM IN HISTORY.

[Hades_UnderworldKing]: PLEASE DON'T DIE, I NEED MORE OF THIS.

[Zeus_LightningDaddy]: I AM IN TEARS, HOLY SHT.

[Fenrir_WolfBoy]: F IN THE CHAT FOR RISER'S DIGNITY.

[Chat Rating: 11/10. Would watch again.]