Devolution: A Firsthand Account of the Rainier Sasquatch Massacre

In her interview, Schell recalls events that took place in Boulder, Colorado, in 1991. She characterizes the town as an idyllic location, noting that humans were never meant to settle there in the first place. Town residents were fascinated by the appearance of deer, which was soon followed by the appearance of mountain lions. Despite warnings to relocate the mountain lions, residents continued to tolerate their presence. The mountain lions started to hunt the residents’ pet dogs, which escalated into attempts to attack people. When a human corpse was found that showed signs of a mountain lion attack, it proved that the cougars had crossed the boundary of seeing people as a threat to seeing them as prey.

Kate and Mostar blame themselves for Reinhardt’s death. Mostar believes that she underestimated the Bigfoots’ boldness, believing they would have waited longer after killing Vincent. She decides that the residents should fortify themselves in the Common House, building a smaller defensive fence around it to secure their position. While preparations are underway, the Bigfoots howl, worrying the residents. Before rushing back to the Common House, the group decides to check on the Durants one last time.

Tony opens the door, looking emaciated.