The Wizard King has been defeated. But now, the two mismatched companions will be called to face the strongest opponent... their own past!

THE ASSASSIN: A cold and ruthless executioner who believes that every soul, even his own, can be bought, is about to learn how high that price can be.

THE MERCENARY: A cunning dark elf dares to challenge a king and claim a place in the inhospitable world of the Surface.

Ilnezhara and Tazmikela, two powerful dragonesses, believe that no one can resist their powers - but the truth is different. When they trap Endrerai and Jarlaxl in the Land of Bladestone, they have no idea how far the determination of a murderous man or the ambition of a drow mercenary can go.

[Excerpt from the text on the back cover of the edition]