Hallowed Oblivion

Katherine Silva’s novelette Hallowed Oblivion places Forest Ranger Hank Feld in the White Mountain National Forest on Halloween night. The story begins with Hank receiving a call to locate missing hikers, a duty that forces him to miss time with his daughter. He ventures into the cold, misty mountains alongside volunteer Gerard Castle, unaware that they are not alone in the woods. The pair discovers a massacred camping site, which signals the presence of a malevolent creature hunting for the souls of the lost. This narrative is part of The Wild Oblivion universe and features characters from THE WILD DARK. Silva constructs a tale where the natural setting becomes a hunting ground, blending elements of supernatural fiction with the isolation of wilderness survival. Readers who enjoy atmospheric horror and tales of isolated danger will find this work engaging. Those seeking lighthearted seasonal stories or complex political thrillers may wish to look elsewhere. The text focuses on the immediate threat posed by the creature and the psychological weight of Hank’s missed family time. The narrative does not offer easy resolutions, instead presenting a ghastly adventure that hints at larger changes to the world. Silva uses the specific setting of the White Mountains to ground the supernatural elements in a tangible reality.