The uncanny suddenly descended upon the world. To preserve the last sparks of humanity, people formed the Special Bureau for the Uncanny and built cities around “auspicious relics.” Meanwhile, Wei Xiu, an ordinary college student, had hit rock bottom because of his appearance and terrible social life. To make matters worse, one night, with his life practically in ruins, he accidentally fell into a lake while out walking. But he gained a mysterious power that let him devour the uncanny and steal their abilities. This led him to uncover the mysteries surrounding his own origins and the world itself. Is this power good or evil? Can Wei Xiu find the answers and make it out alive...?