A pop-up camp of 31 regular people must figure out how to survive with each other after living in a bunker for most of their lives. Ian must lead and care for his anxious sister. They all await what they face in the days to come.
As outsiders encroach upon the camp, Ian's sister leaves when she realizes she's no longer Ian's first priority. Caught between family and duty, Ian must make a decision. Mason and Luna contend over camp politics.
Chris reappears and relates his findings from outside the camp perimeter and learns about the outsiders. Though his front runners attempt to enter peacefully, the foretold militia leader finally appears and manipulates his way into camp.
How did Drek and Nukte become Kane's front runners? Will Drek's desire for influence and freedom be earned under Kane's tutelage? What are the stakes for Nukte?
As Ian seeks to make peace with Serena, some of the survivors get caught up in Kane's plot. Mason and Luna each do what they think is best, though they can't agree. Drek struggles with his position beneath Kane.
