The moment Panther-2 and Nikolai reached the outskirts of Point A there were signs of monsters already.
Nikolai noticed bloody marks from what seemed to be humans that were dragged along the ground and then probably taken to the Wraith's true lair. Or [Nest] which the SSS designated the places where monsters gathered.
"Panther-2 have you visuals on any targets?" When in proximity, there was no need to use the communication function thanks to the proximity link function of the masks. Nikolai could sense the scent and aura of the Wraiths.
'They smell sour, like the blood of a corpse, which isn't very nice. Like fish left out in the sun for a little too long. Two are lingering in the small outhouse ahead—how can I inform Brian?'