"Vanquished by Ira's blow, Ar'vrark skulks back among the shadows to plot their reprisal. Struck down, Eudo lies slain as Ira's lamentations wash over his flesh. Fates entwined, a hunter approaches, offering hope for Ira and her fallen ally. The phantom lingers. Aki's ethereal form spurring Ira onward to free him from the Blood Wyrm's clutches. The sanctuary beckons, promising the means to right that which plunged everything into darkness--Ira's choice, one unknown even to her. These companions, unyielding remnants of humanity, stand against the winds of despair. Embers buffeted by howling gales to be snuffed out...or rekindle the flames that will save this land."--Publisher.