World of Shadows

Niccolo faces demonic distraction and internal despair as the siege intensifies. He accepts that he may die, finding peace in faith. He discovers that Rose's doll—a physical object used by the demon to strengthen its hold—must be destroyed.

Arthur holds the line outside Rose's house against possessed attackers while Niccolo attempts the exorcism. The siege intensifies with numerous possessed townspeople attacking from multiple directions. Arthur fights defensively to avoid killing innocent hosts.

Arthur, Niccolo, and Jackson search Everett for possessed individuals. They find Patty's Diner closed and rescue an abandoned infant. At Saint Joseph's Cathedral they discover it ransacked with occult symbols. Niccolo finds his melted rosary.

Arthur arrives at Bishop Glasser's estate to confront him about his family's murder, only to discover the bishop has fled. He finds a torture chamber with harvested organs and discovers letters from Desiree Portman in Maine. Arthur, Niccolo, and Jackson plan their next move.

Investigation leads to an estate containing a chamber of horrors, revealing the physical location where demonic rituals and tortures have been conducted. The discovery exposes the depths of evil at work in Everett.

Major revelation confirms that demons are real, marking a turning point for characters who may have doubted and solidifying their commitment to the fight.

Cleanup operations begin after violence, with a promise to change suggesting character development and commitment to fighting evil going forward.

Blood and bodies discovered in a hotel room, revealing the violent consequences of the demonic presence and providing crucial evidence about the scope of the threat.

Arthur lands in Sacramento pursuing Emily Glasser, who frequents the nightclub Afterlife. Operating alone without Council resources due to his unsanctioned investigation, Arthur struggles with his infamous reputation from a cult massacre (20+ killed, 9 months prior).