A shadow has fallen over the Kingdoms and Elon of Aerilann and his companions, Colath, Jareth, and Jalila are called in answer. Now a member of the ruling Council, once again Elon is forced to fight for the Alliance he's given everything to preserve, but a breath of hope is offered. One ally is lost, but another returns while a terrible tragedy nearly costs them a third. Bonds of all types are made, joined, and threatened.