Nighthawks’ Nest

A sudden increase in the population of ominous birds in a quiet mountaintop town invites dreadful consequences.

Birds can often serve as symbols of freedom and serenity, but what happens when they become harbingers of horror? How does the increased presence of these eerie avians impact the daily life and peace in the town? Do the birds simply congregate, or do they begin to act strangely or even violently? Themes revolving around this prompt can include fear of the unknown, nature’s unpredictability, and a small town’s resilience in face of an unusual crisis.