October Night is determined to get her life back on track as she recovers from a severe bout of depression that saw her dealing with a spiteful, antagonistic voice in her head, all the while losing the connections with her loved ones.

Lucas Wendig has a mission, though some might say an obsession. His life's goal is to hunt down otherworldly artifacts and creatures to contain the danger they pose to humanity.

Both of their lives are about to collide when October encounters an ancient, malignant entity in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. The same monster Lucas knows he must stop, for not only does this creature enjoy tormenting people and spreading misery, it also delights in stealing its victim's skin.