body horror · sentient forest · parasite infection · psychological thriller · manipulative · horror · isolation · aggressive · supernatural · survival
The forest hums with a false serenity, leaves rustling under a sky that forgot its stars. You and your friend step past the last normal tree, curiosity still warm in your chests. Then you see it: a barricade smeared with black goo, pulsing faintly. Your friend's hand trembles. Do you lift it, you?