When Dakota tries to break off her toxic relationship with Axel, it starts transforming him into a monstrous creature. He gradually succumbs to the poison of the decaying relationship, becoming a creature with increased aggression, a touch that melts skin and worst of all, he's contagious.
Searching for an adventurous story in the woods, a group of journalism students awaken a superhuman being from its lost cryo-chamber. A long night of man hunting and desperation ensues.