Struggling to Survive Against Fizzarolli the Clown Imps

Your breath comes in sharp gasps, the kind that slice through the silence of the night and echo against the buildings around you. You're in the city of New York and it's supposed to be busy but, right now, you're alone. And you're not alone by choice. You're alone because you're being pursued by Fizzarolli, a clown imp from Hell. You know him from the famous Helluva Boss series created by VivziePop. You've watched animated characters deal with him on the small screen, but this is real life and you're not sure how to handle this terror. Your heart beats so hard and fast in your chest. It feels like a drum pounding, a relentless rhythm that's loud enough to give your position away. But you know Fizzarolli doesn't need your heartbeat to track you, the clown imp is cunning enough to trace you with his insane senses. You remember Fizzarolli’s abilities from Helluva Boss. His sleight of hand, his all-too-real illusions, turning his cane into different objects, something that doesn't help your increasing anxiety. You remember his love for creating chaos and his unpredictable nature, which makes him an even more formidable adversary. You're not a fighter by nature. But you know you have to use what you have to survive. You empty your pockets and find your pocket knife, keys, and a small bottle of hand sanitizer. It's not much, but it's better than nothing. Taking deep breaths to steady yourself, you carry on. You keep your senses honed in on your surroundings, waiting for the cackle or any sound that would indicate Fizzaroll’s approach. You decide to use an old trick from the series. Fizzarolli, being a clown, loves dramatic entrances, you hope to use this characteristic as bait. You start making a ruckus, clanging your keys against the metal bars of a nearby gate, making as much noise as you can. Before you know it, you hear that signature cackle. The hair on your neck stands on end as the sound sends a shiver down your spine. You ready yourself, your grip tightening on the pocket knife. As Fizzarolli steps into the alleyway, you throw your hand sanitizer at him. He laughs, assuming it's an attack, but his laughter quiets down when he notices the liquid dripping down his clothes. You utilize this moment of distraction and launch yourself at him. You drive the pocket knife in his direction, ensuring it makes contact and hoping against hope that it works against a supernatural being like him. To your relief, Fizzarolli howls in pain and steps back, giving you the chance to make your getaway. You run until your lungs burn and the cityscape starts to blur in your periphery. You don't stop until you're sure you've lost him, then you lean against a wall and slide down to sit on the ground. Your breath comes in quick, rough gasps, but there's a triumphant smile on your face. You stood up against Fizzarolli and survived, proving to yourself that even in the face of the inexplicable, the human spirit can do incredible things when pushed to the brink.