Treachery looms across the land. With scores to settle, the lowborn shake rust from their knives and trade allegiances for a promise of blood while the highborn rally their armies. Namarr's future rests on a blade's edge, and the heroes who might save it can no longer hide. Meanwhile, across the sea, Scothea has already succumbed to revolution. Fanatics led by the Arrow of Light wrest the throne from an ancient line of kings. Now, their sights are set on a Third Crusade against Namarr. For most, it will be their last. The pieces are set. The gameboard is chosen. For those unwilling to play, there's only one peaceful place left... The inside of a grave. The second installment in the Dreams of Dust and Steel series continues with the plight of characters both loved and hated. Perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Age of Madness, The Five Warrior Angels, A Land Fit for Heroes, and Ash and Sand.