The members of the Commission of Counter Ghouls (CCG) have risen tremendously in power since the Tsukiyama Family Extermination Operation ended, and they continue to pursue their objective of exterminating every ghoul in Japan. After resigning from Quinx Squad, the suddenly heartless Haise Sasaki continues to take on more and more jobs from the CCG, regardless of how tough they are. Ken Kaneki's memories are emerging in Haise, causing him psychological anguish despite his empty expressions. Meanwhile, his new icy demeanor is having an effect on others around him. Quinx Squad is in disarray, having to deal with the death of one of their members without the assistance of their previous mentor.