The Union, one of the strongest states of the Earth Circle, is going through difficult times. The king is dying, and on his behalf is ruled by a closed council, whose members are more concerned with intrigues against each other than with the affairs of the country. The northern province is threatened by the self-styled King Betod, and in the south is preparing revenge for the previous defeat of the Gurkhaul Empire. What can counter this lame cripple-inquisitor Zand dan Glockt , who eats with difficulty? What role in the upcoming events will play Logan Nine-Pal , whose name terrifies the northerners , and the young nobleman Jesal Dan Lufar , No one cares ,. Except for him, the storm is coming.... which will cover the whole of the Union , but for now… It's just getting started ….