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Chapter 1: What challenges do the characters face before leaving the motel?
The Road of Shadows, created by Mark R. Healy, a Beyond the Dark production. Season 5, Episode 4, The Unknown. The Unknown.
Okay, so before we leave the motel, is there anything else we need? Just give me a minute here to pack a few more things. This might turn into a long day if we intend to cover all the trails we've mapped out. We need to take plenty of water too, so let me just fill up this water bottle. Okay, now.
I know we've put a lot of time into mapping out all these trails, Daniel, but I think it might be a good idea to set some expectations here. What expectations?
Chapter 2: What expectations do the characters set for their hike?
It's possible that we might spend the whole day walking and still not find anything today. Or tomorrow, for that matter. I know. We've been over this, Amber. There are miles and miles of trails up there. I don't expect us to hit the right one on our first hike. I'm hoping that what I remember from the visions will help, but I just can't guarantee anything. You don't need to stress about this.
We'll get there eventually, don't worry. Even if your visions aren't entirely accurate.
Chapter 3: What visions do the characters have about the trails ahead?
I figure that, ultimately, this whole thing will come down to perseverance more than anything else. Well, let's look on the bright side. Either way, we're going to get some fresh air and exercise, at the very least. Um, seriously though, what do you think is up there? You're the one who's had the visions. I know, but they haven't made a lot of sense so far.
Well, if I had to guess, I'd say it might be another den. Maybe one that belongs to a member of the Wilted. I'm sure Roderick would love it if that were the case. Would be taking one step closer to finding his obsession. The Blood Monarch, yeah. He sure was excited on the call last night. Do you think that Draghisa herself has another den up there?
Is it possible for shadows to have more than one den? Susan Blake seemed to have multiple locations she used for consuming people in Black Ridge. Remember the shack in the woods and the abandoned health club? Aside from those, she also had a den under her farmhouse outside of town. Yeah, I don't know about that.
The shack and the health club were private places where she could hang out, sure, but the cave under her farmhouse, that was her real den. The place she retreated to when she felt threatened.
Chapter 4: What significance does the waterfall have in the story?
So maybe Dragisa has another hangout up there on the mountain, like Susan Blake's shack in the woods. Maybe. It's something else entirely. Something we've never seen before. It might be another trap or some kind of trick. For sure. Have you had any more visions in the last few hours? Nothing this morning. Maybe once we reach the mountain, it'll come to me. This is something big, though, right?
I'm not the only one who's feeling that we're on the verge of something important, am I? No, I feel it too. Things are getting serious. I feel like at any moment we... Just a second, Daniel. Oh, oh, it's just Becca. Good morning! I hope I'm not interrupting anything. Hey, morning, Becca. No, no, it's fine. We're just getting our things together so we can head out for a hike.
Chapter 5: Who is the Prowler and why is he a concern for the characters?
Hitting the mountain again, huh? You two must be keen. Becca, maybe you can help us with something. Um, we're looking for a waterfall. I don't... suppose you could tell us where to find it? A waterfall? I guess there are a few around the place. Oh, do you know the name of it? Oh, I don't know if it has a name. It's not like a big landmark or anything. Okay, describe it to me.
Well, it's nothing spectacular. Barely a trickle, actually. Running down smooth, dark rock into a little stream below. I'm sure there are dozens that would fit that description on Mount Sunder. If you just spend a little time looking, I'm sure you'll find one. Well, it's actually this particular one we're after. Oh? What's the significance? Um, it's a long story.
Chapter 6: What strange stories does Becca share about the town?
Hmm. Okay. Uh, okay. Do you have a map handy? Sure. Right here. Let's put it on the table and take a look. Alright then, let's see. Oh, okay, here we are. This trail would be a good starting point. Along this route here to the west, below this ridge. That might be your best bet. There are at least a couple of, you know, little streams out that way. Maybe the one you're looking for is there.
Okay, let me just mark that down. Um, anywhere else you can suggest? Hmm. Honestly, it's a bit of a crapshoot. It could be anywhere. But, like I told you yesterday, just be careful you don't lose your bearings.
Chapter 7: What happens during the encounter with Rivas?
Is there someone in town who might know about the trails up there? An experienced hiker, for example? That is a good question. I'll have to think about it. No one in particular is coming to mind right away. That's fine. Just let us know if you think of anything. Sure, will do. Uh, anyway, I didn't come knocking on your door to talk about hiking, believe it or not.
I actually wanted to give you one of these. A flyer? What's this? The cops came by this morning and asked me to hand a few out. It's a, uh, what do they call it? A composite sketch, I think. Who's the guy? Now that's a damn good question. Cops haven't identified him yet. But he doesn't look like anyone I know here in Silverton, that's for sure. So what's the deal?
Chapter 8: What implications does the Prowler's identity have for the characters?
What do they want him for? Hell if I know. They're just referring to him as Prowler at this point. Suggested people keep an eye out in case he shows up again, you know. Is he dangerous? I mean, has he attacked anyone? I don't know if he's attacked anyone, actually, but he's got people spooked, no doubt about it. There have been multiple reports in the neighborhood of him snooping around.
One's just a couple of streets from here, actually. The cops wouldn't be handing out flyers if they thought he was harmless. Right. Maybe they know something they're not letting on. Or they just don't want to start a panic. Either way, just make sure you lock your door at night. We've never really had any trouble at the motel before, but it might be a good idea to be a little extra cautious.
At least until the cops figure out what's going on. Uh, sure. Thanks, Becca. Of course. Well, I'll leave you to it, I guess. One other thing, Becca. Did the cops say how long this prowler's been on the loose? Has it been a couple weeks, or... Uh, not that long, actually. Only the past 24 hours or so. Who knows? Maybe this whole thing will blow over again. Just as fast as it came.
Anyway, take care, guys, and have a good day. See you when you get back. How you doing, Amber? Tired? I'm still managing okay. Although, I'm... yeah, I'm almost out of water. I think I drank too much when we stopped for lunch. We'll have to think about heading back down soon. The sun's getting awfully low. I don't want to be stuck on this mountain with nothing but glow sticks to light our way.
No complaints from me. Although, I would like to make it a little further along this trail, if possible. I think we're almost at the end. Does this terrain look familiar? Did you see it in your vision? Yeah, I don't know about that. I don't think so. But, at the very least, if we make it to the end, we can cross this trail off the list of candidates. Yeah, I guess so.
This could turn out to be a long process of elimination, couldn't it? We've already seen dozens of trails up here, and this is just our first day. Well, look on the bright side. We've already ruled out three today. Four, if we make it to the end of this one. Sooner or later, we're going to find the right one. Are you getting any twinges?
Anything at all that might point you in the right direction? Now and again, I sense something, yeah. But it's not very distinct. Just an odd sensation in my periphery. There is something up here, but I just can't tell where it is. It's a little depressing that we haven't found even a single waterfall in the whole day. Yeah. That's as sure a sign as any that we haven't hit the right track.
But who knows? Maybe if we... Do you hear that? Uh, what am I listening for exactly? Running water. Come on. Amber, wait up! It's just around the corner. Well, I take it this isn't the waterfall you're looking for. This little stream? I don't think it even qualifies as a waterfall. No, this is definitely not what I saw in my vision. Well, let's look at the positives.
We've finally found some running water, at least. You're really clutching at straws here, aren't you? Just trying to stay upbeat. Heads up, we've got a hiker headed our way. Move over here, make some room. Uh, yeah, let me just, uh, squeeze in beside you. Afternoon. Nice day, isn't it? Sure is. Heading back down the mountain? Yeah, I think I'm done for the day. How's about yourselves?
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