CUT AWAY — DEEPER IN THE FOREST

COLOR PALETTE SHIFTS:

Darker greens. Colder light.

Three figures stand among the trees.

VILLAINS INTRODUCED

KEVIN

His hair is a light blonde, styled in a somewhat messy, layered cut that falls across his forehead and frames their face.

His eyes are a prominent feature, large and a vibrant, piercing blue. He is wearing a casual outfit. A dark t-shirt is visible beneath a lighter, possibly white or grey, hooded garment. The hood is down, revealing the neckline of the t-shirt. A small black stud earring is visible in their left ear.

PETER

he is typically dressed in casual, streetwear-inspired clothing. One outfit features a tan or olive green bomber jacket over a dark shirt and tan cargo pants, paired with grey sneakers. Another ensemble consists of a dark grey hoodie with a panda graphic on the front, worn with lighter tan cargo shorts and grey and white sneakers. There's also a smaller, child-like depiction of him in a dark hooded jacket and pants.

PETER

Yeah.

Someone powerful’s nearby.

ANDREW — THE BOSS

a young male with dark, spiky hair that frames his face. His eyes are a striking crimson, 

He is dressed in a cyberpunk-inspired outfit. He wears a long, black coat with vibrant pink accents and patterns, possibly a futuristic camouflage or design. The coat has a high collar and appears to be made of a durable material. Beneath the coat, he wears a black, tactical-looking vest or jacket, also adorned with various pockets and straps. His pants are dark and appear to be cargo-style, with additional straps and buckles. He is also wearing black gloves and sturdy, dark boots with pink detailing.

ANDREW

Three signals.

Same source.

He smiles—not happy.

ANDREW (CONT’D)

Someone shared blood.

Kevin’s grin widens.

KEVIN

So… rookies?

Andrew steps forward.

A branch SNAPS on its own.

ANDREW

No.

Inheritances.

BACK TO CAMPSITE — EVENING

Campfire lit.

Students roast marshmallows.

MUSIC:

Soft, nostalgic—almost sad

Liam laughs… then suddenly stiffens.

CLOSE-UP — LIAM’S EYES

Time slows.

A sensation—pressure. Wrongness.

LIAM

…Guys?

Luke and Tyler feel it too.

The fire flickers unnaturally.

Wind shifts direction.

CUT TO — TREE LINE

Three silhouettes stand just beyond the light.

Kevin claps slowly.

KEVIN

Found you.

Peter cracks his knuckles.

Andrew steps forward into the firelight.

Calm. Confident.

Dangerous.

ANDREW

Don’t panic.

We’re just here to see…

what Charlie left behind.

The forest goes silent.