As the ruler of Dumn prepares his armies to wipe out the peoples of the forest of Torunn, two lawless mages are forcibly recruited for this conflict. The young Yoni is convinced of the human cause and more than willing to go to war for it. However, the mage Disha sees through the propaganda and is not ready to be exploited. Instead, she plans a daring escape, for anything is better than losing her life in a senseless war. For years, he has cast his long shadow over the cities and lands of the continent, and now the time has come: war has come to Arran. Elves, dwarves, orcs, goblins, and the other ancient peoples fight for their survival against the weapons, magic, and treachery of humans. The champions of the ancient peoples—legendary warriors, powerful sorceresses, and notorious rogues—must forge new alliances and settle ancient feuds to have a chance in this all-encompassing conflict.