Dragged into the Shadow Realm by Selenna, the once Great Inquisitor, Wilhelm finds a family he's never known. And as he uncovers secrets about his own birth, Wilhelm starts to wonder if he can trust Selenna.
Prince Ezell and his newfound allies move to establish a base of operations in the Ghost Country. But deep in the mountains they find an unexpected foe, and Ezell makes a mistake that could cost them everything. Jaek struggles with his role in the Human Army, and as preparations for the war escalate, his allegiances are tested. If forced to choose between saving his family or Belissia, what will he do?
A surprise attack on the Elven capital finally sparks the war that everyone's been expecting. Grand Admiral Synnarth and Captain Seloutean lead the first battle against a fleet of Human airships. But as they engage, Seloutean begins to question the Human Army's motives. What power are they searching for beneath Belissian soil?
