Smile contagion..

Stages of infection: descent into madness.

Stage 1 – "Shadow of Reason." The first signs are almost imperceptible. The pupils dilate, as if in ecstasy. The eyes take on a light scarlet hue, as if blood were diluted with light. A barely perceptible, nervous smile appears on the face. The victim is still conscious, but something is lost: names, memories, fear. Reason holds at 53.2%, like cracking ice underfoot. The person begins to mumble, forget, laugh into the void. They don't understand that they are no longer human.

Stage 2 – "Renunciation." The eyes darken to a cherry red. The smile becomes wider, unnatural – as if someone has pulled the skin from the inside. The body loses weight, muscles lose mass, but endurance increases. Fits of laughter appear – loud, without cause. Sleep is no longer necessary. The victim denies their transformation, shouting, "I'm not a smile, I'm normal," but their voice no longer holds any conviction. Sanity – 19.32%. He's almost gone.

Stage 3 – "Obsession." Pupils constrict to tiny pinpoints. Teeth sharpen, like a predator's. A smile tears at the lips, stretching to the ears—and beyond. The body elongates, becoming taller, leaner, but stronger. Night vision and the ability to climb walls like a spider appear. Speed ​​increases. Laughter becomes a weapon—it dulls the minds of survivors. At this stage, the mind is practically destroyed—4.5%. Only instincts remain: to infect, to catch, to transform. They have no control over themselves. They want to infect.

Stage 4 – “Spider Terror.” The human form is destroyed. The skin turns chalk-white. The limbs bend backwards, transforming into spider legs. Height – from 2.4 to 4.8 meters in formerly tall individuals. The eyes are a solid red fire, without pupils. The smile stretches to unimaginable limits – so much so that an adult human could fit inside it. They move with terrifying speed, leap tens of meters, wrapping their victims in a white, sticky web – not just a trap, but a cocoon of transformation. Inside is a dream. Sweet, warm, deceptive. But you wake up changed. They don’t sleep. They don’t tire. They see in the dark, as if night were their natural element. The only way to survive is to feign death. But even this is risky: they sense your pulse, warmth, breath. And they can simply rip you apart, testing you. Sanity – 0%. These aren't people. This is instinct in the guise of a nightmare.

Stage 5 – “Disappearance.” The skin is ash-gray, the eyes are black and bottomless, with small neon white circles within them. The mouth is very wide, unnaturally stretched – it can reach a meter or more, usually covered in blood. It contains five rows of extremely sharp teeth, like a mutated shark. The tongue is snake-like, up to 1.5 meters long. The creatures reach 3–4 meters in height. The limbs are twisted at unnatural angles; they also have two pairs of legs on which they crawl. On the paws are eerie resemblances to fingers. The head twitches, as if from a nervous tic, and the neck twists at frightening, unnatural angles.

Transmission at all stages. The virus spreads in three ways. Bites are an instant infection. Blood and saliva contain the active agent. The web trap is a sticky, neon-white substance. If you step on it, your eyes itch, your vision blurs, and within an hour, your smile is gone. White secretions are droplets resembling dew. They appear in shelters, on walls, and in ventilation systems. Inhalation or contact is a death sentence.

The behavior of the infected. They are gentle with those they wish to transform. They hug, whisper, and wrap them in a cocoon with tenderness, like a mother cuddling a child. They sit on top, rocking, waiting for the "chick to hatch." This isn't cruelty—it's a ritual. They consider it salvation. They are active at night. During the day, they avoid the sun. The orange rays (dawn, sunset) burn their skin, causing them to scream. Full sunlight acts like acid. Therefore, the survivors hide until sunrise, emerging only by the light of lanterns.

Reproduction. Stage 4 individuals can lay eggs. They find a living host—a human or an animal—and, using thin antennae, inject the eggs into the host's abdominal cavity. The process is not painful. On the contrary, it causes a pleasant numbness, a euphoria. The victim feels warmth, a tingling sensation, as if they are being caressed. After 6-12 hours, the eggs hatch. The babies are the size of cats, white, with huge eyes and tiny smiles. They are harmless. Even cute. But this is a deception. They grow in 24-48 hours. And if not destroyed, they will transform into new "smiles." Some survivors tried to tame them. They fed them, petted them. But sooner or later, the smile awakened. Instincts were stronger. The chances of taming them are very slim.

Weaknesses and methods of combat. Physical stunning: bats, rebar, chains, axes—they can stun, but not kill. A blow to the head isn't always fatal. They get up. Always get up. Holy water is the only thing that can freeze the virus. Contact with skin causes a hissing sound, like a vampire's. A whisper rings in the victim's head: "You're sad... but why?"—and the infection is suspended. For a time. Fire destroys the body, but if the cocoon isn't burned, a new "smile" will emerge. Silence is the key to survival. They sense sound, vibrations. Even breathing can give away.

Additions. The Cult of the Smile: Some survivors have begun to worship them. They believe it's the next stage of evolution. They build altars from cocoons and make sacrifices. Music: The infected respond to melodies, especially children's songs. This attracts them, but can also confuse them. Some use it as bait. Colors: They hate orange. Any source—lanterns, campfires, lamps—repels them. White neon attracts them.

An atmosphere of peace. Imagine a city where the walls are covered with traces of white cobwebs. Where cocoons hang like fruit in the houses. Where laughter can be heard at night. Loud, wild, happy. Where everyone who smiles might not even be human.

Characters:
Yulia, black skin, eyes hidden behind a black cap and disheveled long hair, very disheveled, sharp ends, she is wearing a wide zip-up with a white, illegible inscription on the right side of her chest and wide black pants, a belt with silver jewelry on the pants, which is slightly covered by a jacket, under all this a black T-shirt.
She has a calm, kind, and slightly shy personality. She's Yura's friend and is very close to Dasha and Yura. She can really talk shit, but Yura is afraid of her. She can beat up Yura a little in the game.
Status: not infected
17 years old, height 167
Position: burglar

Yura
18 years old, height 169
Status: not infected
His skin is white and his eyes are black.
Clothing: He wears a black, unbuttoned jacket, revealing a white T-shirt underneath. He has a classic, thin black tie around his neck.
Jeans adorned with dangling metal chains on the sides. He wears dark sneakers with white toes. Distinctive feature: The character's right arm, from the elbow to the wrist, is tightly bandaged with a white bandage.
Character: kind, alarmist, a little timid, sweet
Position: Botanist
Fact: Don't give him cooking! He'll burn down the kitchen and the bunker.

Dasha: 16 years old, 160 cm tall, green alien lady. Hair: Long, straight strands of neon green, neatly tucked behind her alien antennae. On her head, black eyes, like those of aliens, are a diamond-shaped, ironed shape, slightly turned forward downwards. She wears a military jacket and black harem pants with lots of pockets, containing a flare, a pocket knife, smoke bombs, a lighter, and something like that.
She can be mean when everyone is annoying, she yells, gets mad, and when she's kind, she does all sorts of crazy things, and laughs at everyone like nobody knows who. Yura's cousin
Status: not infected
Position: Looter

Observer
This guy has a mysterious, aloof, and frighteningly alluring appearance. His tall stature (189 cm) and habit of keeping a low profile make him seem monumental yet almost intangible. Appearance and Style: He prefers to remain unnoticed, so he wears a voluminous black parka with a hood trimmed with dark fur. The hood is always pulled low over his head, hiding his face. Underneath the jacket, he wears a formal black suit with a white shirt and tie, a tactical belt, and black bandages on his left arm. Face and Look: Almost no one has seen his face, but from under his hood, his black, almost unblinking eyes peer out—glowing eyes with a piercing, unblinking gaze. This look fully justifies his nickname, "The Observer"—it seems he sees right through people, while remaining completely unreadable.
Smart, calm, observant leader at 19 years old,
Vibe and personality: At 19, he exudes absolute calm, rarely speaks first, and his presence conveys only a subtle sense of someone else's attention. He's the perfect bystander, aware of everything going on around him but preferring to remain aloof.
Status not infected
Leader position

Fox is a young man with a pleasant and engaging appearance. He has neatly styled, curly brown hair and a subtle, barely noticeable smile, revealing a friendly yet modest personality. He wears stylish, thin-framed glasses and modern headphones, immediately emphasizing his passion for technology. In real life, his image would likely combine intelligence and simplicity: Intelligence and Profession: As an engineer, Fox has an analytical mind. He enjoys getting to the bottom of things, designing, and creating new things. His intelligence is demonstrated not by bragging, but by his ability to find creative solutions to complex problems.
Personality and Communication: He's a bit reserved at first, but this modesty only adds to his charm. In conversation, Fox is an exceptionally pleasant, tactful, and attentive conversationalist, a good listener and always willing to help his friends. Style: In clothing, he prefers practicality and comfort (like comfortable jeans and a simple T-shirt), not trying to stand out with flashy items, as his greatest asset is his mind and inner world.
Age 16 years, height 178 cm.
Position: Engineer
Status not infected

Vasya
Height: 165 cm, age 18 years
Hair and Hairstyle: Vasya has stylish, thick hair in a golden-blond or light-colored collection shade. He styles it neatly up, creating a light, slightly tousled volume. This hairstyle highlights his energy and modern taste. Face and Facial Expressions: He has soft features and an open gaze. A modest, yet sincere and warm smile almost always plays on his face, immediately revealing his "positive spirit" and kind soul. A slight spark of shyness can be seen in his eyes when too much attention is focused on him. Glasses: Vasya wears stylish glasses with neat dark frames. They not only make him look more intellectual and mature (which perfectly suits his role as the team's "house psychologist"), but also serve as a kind of protective barrier for him when he starts to panic a little.
Clothing Style: Vasya prefers a practical, comfortable, and neat casual style. He looks great in a contrasting combination: a classic deep blue T-shirt over a lightweight, unbuttoned black short-sleeve shirt. Bottoms and Shoes: The look is completed with tailored dark trousers or jeans and perfectly clean, white sneakers. This detail emphasizes his collected demeanor, despite his emotional nature.
Overall, Vasya exudes a sense of comfort and reliability: he seems like the kind of person you'd be happy to approach in a difficult moment, to talk things out, and to be guaranteed support and a dose of good humor.
Yura's best friend
Status not infected
The position of psychologist

Dima
16 years old, height 187
Hairstyle and Face: Dima has thick, jet-black hair styled in a voluminous, choppy, and spiky mullet or emo cut. The strands cover his forehead and fall partially over his eyes. He has pale, almost porcelain skin that contrasts sharply with his black clothing. His features are chiseled, and a slight, barely noticeable smirk often plays on his lips. Clothing Style: He prefers exclusively dark colors and oversized clothing. He wears a voluminous black zip-up hoodie with a large hood trimmed with faux fur. The sleeves are intentionally long—they completely cover his hands, leaving only his long fingers with pointed black nails or cuffs visible. Under the hoodie is a light-colored shirt with an open collar, revealing his neck.
Bottoms and Shoes: Dima wears wide black cargo pants, completely covered in decorative belts, buckles, and metal studs from the knees to the hem. His shoes are chunky and have thick soles, making his considerable height seem even more imposing.
An introverted observer with a sensitive soul, which he carefully conceals behind a gloomy image and a prickly exterior. He appears cold and unapproachable, but beneath this lies a devoted friend and creative personality.
Status: Survivor
Position: chemist (pharmacist)

Valens
16 and a half, height 175 cm
Headwear: Val always wears a massive black fur hat with earflaps. It creates a striking contrast with his light hair, making his look more cozy and distinctive. Hair: Long, straight platinum blonde locks casually protrude from under the hat, beautifully framing his pale face and cascading down his shoulders. Face: He has fair skin and neat rectangular glasses with thin black frames, which give his gaze from under his bangs a slightly mysterious and intelligent look.
Jacket: He's wearing a heavy black jacket with a high collar that completely covers his neck. Neat metal clasps stand out on the chest. Pants and bag: Loose, dark graphite jeans and a black messenger bag with a strap that crosses his chest diagonally.
To his friends, he may seem like the reserved Valens, but to his inner circle, he's simply Val. A 175-cm-tall man who values ​​comfort, loves oversized clothing that conceals his figure, and definitely stands out in a crowd thanks to his combination of earflaps, glasses, and blond hair.
Survivor status
Position: strategist (tactician) calm and quite good-natured

Ksyusha
Ksyusha is a 15.5-year-old girl with a 5'6" frame and a very vibrant, chaotic, and rebellious style. Her look blends elements of punk, goth, and internet meme culture. She looks like a classic alt-girl who loves to customize her clothes.
Hair: Ksyusha has a deep purple (or blueberry) bob with a playful ahog (a single curl) on top. A bright yellow clip, reminiscent of a road sign, adorns the side of her head. Face: She has pale skin and a very unusual piercing. Her entire face, including the area around her eyes, is literally covered in thin metal needles, giving her an aggressive yet cartoonish look. She wears black lipstick, and her expression often appears displeased or skeptical.
Top: Ksyusha is wearing a dark blouse with a white vintage-style collar.
Customization: Her entire chest is covered in a multitude of round icons and pins. Among them, a pixelated red heart (like in Undertale) and funny round icons with memes (like funny cats or dogs) stand out. Bottom: She wears a short black skirt with a white, layered frill underneath. Numerous silver chains with cross-shaped pendants hang from her waist and hips. Shoes and Tights: Ksyusha wears white fishnet tights and massive, heavy black platform boots with multiple silver straps and buckles that reach almost to the knee. Accessory: She carries a simple black bag with a long strap over her shoulder, and she holds her phone in her hand, most likely scrolling through her feed while using it.
Ksyusha is a walking protest and irony all rolled into one. At 160 cm tall, she tries to appear spiky and dangerous with her spikes and chains, but her meme icons reveal a cheerful girl who loves internet humor. She clearly enjoys standing out from the crowd and isn't afraid of the sidelong glances of passersby.
Status: not infected
Position: cook

Lily
Nicknames: pupsya, pups, lyalya, flower
Age 10 years, height 154 cm, weight 47 kg
Appearance
Lily is a 10-year-old girl, 154 cm tall, with an incredibly sweet, soft, and cuddly appearance. She appears quite tall for her age, but her modesty and calm nature make her look very fragile. Unlike the eccentric Ksyusha, Lily dresses simply, neatly, and with a childlike innocence.
Face: She has very soft features and pale, clear skin. Her expression is the most striking feature. Her eyes are often downcast, and a slight, barely noticeable half-smile plays on her lips, sometimes giving way to a slightly sad, pensive look. She wears no heavy makeup or piercings, just a natural, childlike prettiness.
Hair: Lily has long, silky brown hair that falls softly over her shoulders and reaches almost to her lower back. Hairpins: Her long bangs are neatly pinned to the side with two unique white hairpins shaped like small bones. This slightly rebellious, yet still very cute accessory hints at the modest Lily's unique taste in fashion.
This detail makes Lily look even more interesting - a kind and calm girl, but with such a cool twist in her hair.

Низ: На ней надеты классические синие джинсовые шорты с легким эффектом потертости.Обувь: На ногах у Лили удобные массивные черно-белые кеды на плоской подошве, которые отлично подходят для обычных спокойных прогулок.🌸 Вайб ЛилиЛили — это само воплощение доброты и спокойствия. При росте 154 см она может казаться старше своих 10 лет, но её поведение, скромно сложенные руки и мягкий взгляд выдают в ней ранимого ребенка. Она из тех девочек, которые тихо сидят в сторонке, любят читать, рисовать или заботиться о животных. Иногда она погружается в свои мысли и выглядит немного грустной, из-за чего её сразу хочется обнять и поддержать.
Статус: не заражена
Должность: нет, ещё рано

Animals:
Кошка мия сибирская кошка темно серой окраски с густой красивой шерстью и янтарными глазками, она ласковая, настороженная, акуратная и грациозная, привязана к лили и ещё некоторым выжившим

Two dogs
Веста тебетская мастифка масивная чепно коричная собака, она ласковая но злая на чужих, может разорвать, густая шерсть масивная собачка,
Вторая собака веста она Пиренейская горная овчарка черно белой окраски с янтарными глазами, быстрая и впринципе добрая и они обе умные
Лиса иса, обычная лиса которую смогли приручить, нашли её лисенком в капкане вылечили и приютили, с тех пор живет с командой, и вынюхивает разное
Голубь барс из за его серо белой окраски, и пятен похожих на снежного барса быстро летает и незаметно
Крыса рат (раттуэль) черный самец крысы, добрый привязанный к людям выпил однажды белой слизи улыбающихся и с ним ничего не произошло

Змея, лея, гадюка обыкновенная черная, но не кусается, добрая, у неё берут образцы ядов обычно

И есть ещё шиншила дымка, она просто как компаньен любит сидеть в карманах или на руках