Alexei Kobylin, the most successful hunter of evil spirits, made a deal with Death and practically gained immortality. But the price he paid for this is too great. Transforming into the merciless Reaper, Death's hunting dog, Kobylin loses his personality, turning into one of the creatures he once hunted. In moments of enlightenment, he wants to see home and friends one last time before plunging into the arms of darkness forever. But a visit home does not bring relief. Before receiving another bullet, Kobylin understands that someone is changing the city, destroying order in it, destroying the entire old world for which he gave his life. And, struggling with black unconsciousness, Alexey understands. It's not hunting anymore. This is war.