Shadow Hunt

A renowned paleontologist specializing in extremophile organisms, Elena has spent fifteen years studying life in impossible conditions. Her previous work in Siberian permafrost and deep ocean trenches earned her the leadership of this multinational team, though she's unaware that her expertise in ancient organisms made her the perfect unwitting pawn in a military operation.

A decorated special forces officer officially assigned to 'logistical support' for the research mission, Morrison is actually leading a classified military operation to secure any biological discoveries. His team of five soldiers are trained in biological containment protocols, and he has orders to eliminate all witnesses if necessary to prevent the discovery from falling into enemy hands.

A brilliant Japanese microbiologist specializing in extremophile bacteria, Yuki was the first to analyze the organisms found in the ice cave. Her initial excitement over the discovery turns to horror when she realizes the organisms are not only alive but actively adapting to modern conditions. She becomes the first to be infected by a parasitic organism, though she hides this from the team.