In the five years since their battle with Absalom, the Evolved have made it their mission to eradicate the evil influence Absalom left on the world. As they continue to heal from the wounds suffered during the conflict that destroyed a formidable foe, they are reminded that their mission cannot be fulfilled without hope. The battle is only beginning as the Evolved and Old Immortals must face new threats every step of the way. They soon discover that their battle with Absalom was the easy part; the true challenge lies in facing the purest forms of evil as they try to tear the world apart. The Evils that Pandora released have chosen to appear as they are free to make their own decisions without fear of retaliation from Absalom. Despite the harrowing trials they face, there is one who will save them all. She is the last one they would expect to put an end to their struggles, she is the future, she is the growing hope.