In a world where kingdoms and castles stood tall against the backdrop of lush fields and ancient forests, a dreadful event unfolded. It was the year 1345, a time of swords and shields, where the clanging of metal and the neighing of horses echoed through the land. Sir Everard, an average-ranked knight in the service of King Thorne, had just returned from a skirmish on the outskirts of the kingdom.

As the sun set over the horizon, casting long shadows across the courtyard of the castle, a sense of unease began to spread. Rumors had been circulating about a mysterious illness that was turning villagers into mindless, flesh-hungry creatures. Sir Everard, tired from the day's battles, retired to his chamber, his mind clouded with worry for his family living in a distant village.

Little did he know, this night would mark the beginning of an unimaginable horror that would test his mettle like never before.