As you know, the world is full of madmen. And that’s normal—unless one of them is the head of an all-powerful elven clan who wants to achieve omnipotence at any cost. The liberation he’s started from the dungeon of the Lord of the Dead could easily turn into a global catastrophe for the civilizations of the Belt of Worlds. Meanwhile, in the capital of the empire, ordinary gawkers, players, and swindlers of all levels of social responsibility are arriving from all directions of the galaxy just to watch and try their luck at the betting tables. After all, the annual entrance examinations to the “Altarim” School of Magic will begin literally in a few days—and you’ll be able to place bets and enjoy a bloody spectacle.
Can the rational people of the Belt of Worlds survive and defend their imperfect world? This story will tell you.