In a world fractured by mysterious rifts, survival demands more than just strength—it requires power. When Rowan Wolfe discovers he has an ability unlike any other, he sees it as his ticket to a life beyond merely scraping by. His unique power to devour abilities, taking both the strengths of beasts and the special powers of people, is one he’s determined to keep hidden. With a carefully crafted facade of humility and caution, Rowan integrates himself into a group of survivors, presenting his power as a temporary ability that only weakens its targets.
Rowan’s manipulation doesn’t end with his ability. With a friendly smile and a strategically placed word, he gradually earns the trust of his new allies, weaving himself into their ranks. But as he delves deeper into his powers, experimenting in secret and collecting abilities along the way, Rowan’s ambitions grow. Each step taken toward mastering his ability brings him closer to a line that, once crossed, will change everything.
To survive in this new world, Rowan will do more than just fight monsters—he will have to master the art of deception and walk the thin line between ally and threat. But how long can he hide his true nature before those around him start to see through the cracks?