Wild Seed

In the opening of the acclaimed Patternist series, two immortals, Doro and Anyanwu, meet in a pivotal moment that alters humanity’s destiny. Doro, a tyrannical figure who cultivates his own community through manipulation and body-stealing, faces a devastating loss that compels him to start anew. Anyanwu, a compassionate shape-shifter with her own form of immortality, recognizes Doro’s cruel nature, setting the stage for a centuries-long conflict between them. Their encounter not only sparks a personal struggle but also reshapes the very fabric of human existence.