Lit Up

Silence filled the air.
There were a few short scratching-striking sounds that Stu recognized as the only thing on the planet that makes a scratching-striking sound.
The slightly louder sound of a match catching and igniting soon followed to confirm his suspicions.
Stu wiggled a bit, but was held fast by the tiny strings - within seconds he felt a wave of heat over most of his body - HE WAS LIT UP!