A fisherman disappears in Peru. Without a trace. Norwegian oil extraction experts come across strange organisms that have taken over hundreds of square kilometers of the seabed. Meanwhile, in Canada, a horrific whale transformation takes place off the coast of British Columbia. Nothing seems connected. But biologist Sigur Johanson does not believe in coincidences. And Indian whale conservationist Leon Anawak comes to disturbing conclusions. Disaster is coming. The search for its originator confronts scientists with their worst nightmares.