Ham-loving Ned has fancied Meg Tempera since they met at the toy convention, but Meg's head is elsewhere. Especially with all the weird dreams she's been having. Who is the brutal assassin, Deathika? Who are the Collective? Is this real life? Is this the ultimate fate of the soul of humanity? Unceasing, horrifying threats attacking from all sides? Those answers to come, plus: Modern boating! Psychotherapy! And ham sandwiches for everyone!