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As part of his journey, Gus faces various challenges, including capture by hunters. At one point, he encounters Tommy, a hunter, who, despite his initial intentions, becomes Gus’s protector. Gus must disguise himself to navigate the world where many harbor an intense disdain for hybrids. Together with Tommy, they find temporary refuge with a family, but the looming threat of capture remains ever-present.
As they journey closer to their goal—a sanctuary in Colorado—Gus and Tommy meet a resistance group known as the Animal Army, led by a girl named Becky. This group is dedicated to protecting hybrids from exploitation, presenting Gus with a sense of belonging he has desperately sought.