A Flaming Monster

Pine was never meant to become a monster.

Nearly forced into an evolution he didn't choose, one moment of fear and uncontrolled fire destroyed everything he loved. His best friend fled in horror. Her parents never made it out alive. Branded by his own guilt and hunted by whispers of what he's done, Pine abandons his name and becomes Blitz-a Flareon running from both the world and himself.

In the river town of Red Cul, Blitz finds fragile shelter, unexpected allies, and the dangerous possibility of belonging. But the past does not stay buried. As predators grow bolder and a sinister force begins to stir across the region, Blitz is forced to confront the fire he fears.

Redemption is not promised. Forgiveness may never come.
But when darkness closes in, Blitz must choose: keep running from his sins, or stand and burn for something more than survival.