A Vietnam veteran and protagonist who accidentally runs over a cult member named Joseph. He investigates the deserted town with his wife Vicki, becomes trapped by the child cult, fights back against several members, suffers hallucinations, and is ultimately claimed by the deity He Who Walks Behind The Rows.
Both characters face the cult's deadly rules, though their experiences and responses differ.
Burt and Malachai are direct adversaries, with Malachai leading the cult's pursuit and Burt fighting for survival.
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