One-by-one the motley crew of eight left Skull's apartment at 1551 Echo Park Avenue. It was about 10:15 on a Friday night in February 2004 and chilly for Los Angeles. But they were dressed for it. Two wore hunting caps lined with fake fur while an equal number chose ski caps. Some even wore scarves and ski goggles. And with the exception of Skull, who rocked yellow mittens, no one knew where they were going.

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