The Crown Tournament blazes toward its thrilling finale! Amir and his team of arcanists have battled their way through countless skilled opponents to reach the national stage—and each victory has come at a cost. But a midnight ambush has left Amir reeling, stripped of his master, Elias, and the guiding light of his kirin, Roux. Now, desperate and without guidance, Amir must forge dangerous new alliances and master unfamiliar techniques in order to save those he loves. But the deeper he delves into the tournament’s secrets, the clearer it becomes: the Crown isn’t just a prize—it’s something far more powerful than anyone could imagine. Can Amir survive a game rigged by kings? Or will his path to glory become the spark that burns the world