One year has passed since the Second Battle of Blackloc, the four heroes-Ganderian, Halamar, Hera, and Jack-have gone their own paths. However, when dark forces wage war across the Four Kingdoms, the heroes must work with new allies to protect their world, or risk perishing in the invasion... Jack Nief the Mighty Thief expected to have a relaxing stay in the Lizzar city of Oasis, but the monstrosities falling from the sky have put a halt on those plans. When a benevolent but injured benefactor pleads Jack to go north to the Windryne Mountains to summon allies, Jack finds he has little choice if he wants to save his world. With his close friend, the Lizzar warscout Karaji Zhakiren, they travel north through the forests and swamps of Sereith, encountering the mystical and serpentine Da'Rian the Bent-Tail, as well as the enigmatic Elvar warrior Baldir Hakkon. Together, they must brave incredible dangers in the hopes of saving Auria, or die in the attempt... The first volume of the SKEITE WAR CHRONICLES, and a continuation of the AURIAN LEGACY series!