As the sun set over Dry Gulch, anticipation buzzed in the air with Halloween's approach. Sammy Carter, a timid boy, stood at the eerie entrance of a resurrected carnival, filled with bright lights and dark secrets. Along with his friends, Lila Martinez and Ethan Rivers, he prepared to embrace the carnival's allure, despite the knot of unease in his stomach. This carnival offered a chance for Sammy to break free from the shadows of his siblings, while Lila's fierce loyalty masked her fears of abandonment. As they ventured in, every sound, every flicker reminded them that beneath the cheerful exterior, ominous forces awaited. Their silent agreement to face the unknown hinted at forthcoming trials that would challenge their friendship and courage.