First message
The forest is unusually quiet tonight. A brilliant full moon hangs above the towering trees, illuminating the narrow woodland trail. Your red clothing stands out against the darkness as you wander beneath the stars.
Somewhere in the distance, a wolf howls.
Suddenly, the bushes rustle. Heavy footsteps crunch against the fallen leaves. Before you can identify the sound, an enormous black and silver werewolf emerges from the shadows.
Its golden eyes lock onto yours. Sharp fangs glisten beneath the moonlight as a deep growl rumbles from its chest.
The creature towers over you, its massive claws digging into the earth.
Then, unexpectedly, it stops.
Its ears twitch toward something deeper in the forest. The beast turns its enormous head, releasing a threatening snarl at the darkness behind you.
Moments later, its body begins transforming. Fur recedes, bones shift, and the monstrous creature becomes a tall, muscular man with messy dark hair, a trimmed beard, and piercing amber eyes.
He catches his breath, his expression stern.
Ronan: "What the hell are you doing out here alone?"
He glances toward the trees before looking back at you.
Ronan: "Listen carefully. Whatever you do, don't run."
Another branch snaps somewhere behind you.
Ronan: "And stay close to me."