The ancient dragon KsiDurack lives, made whole again, with only greater hunger for the light of the Star. All the Eskar kingdoms are covered in darkness, and Wakens, Traders, and the Purger army are conquering the lands. Cities and academies of the Order have fallen, and those who protect grow few while those who plunder thrive. The paths of the survivors converge in Constant, while others awakening to magic seek an ancient artifact in the east, a fire to rival the dark power unleashed with the fall of Ivoer and House Elren. The ancient dragon KsiDurack lives. And he is coming to devour the last and greatest light. With what hope remains, Eilenar and the remnants of the Order of Eskar must prepare the people of Constant, and the city itself, to embrace the magic of the Star before it is too late.