There’s something thrilling and primal in being a chase. It’s a basic feeling that most living beings understand. It’s one party preying on another. It’s a test against each other’s skills.

It’s also a good distraction from the ache Jason’s been feeling this month after Sleeper left. Adrenaline has always been a great thing to turn to when much more unpleasant feelings are around. He’s been alone for years. Why should that change now?

So Jason focuses on tracking down his quarry. His helmet’s thermal vision is on as he scans the area. As soon as he catches sight of what he thinks is the dark figure, he throws several shuriken and then a pair of bolas.