The Trials Worlds don’t forgive mistakes, and Kai had to learn that firsthand. He avoided death, but lost part of himself. And to get it back, he’ll have to overcome an enormous journey filled with pain and deprivation. But no matter what, Kai is no longer a pawn. If before he was only one participant among the events unfolding around him, now it’s time for him to become the one who both starts them and sets them in motion. The only question is: will Kai stand his ground—or become yet another genius who vanishes without a trace? After all, one will isn’t enough here. Just like everywhere in the Oecumene, in the Trials Worlds, power and mastery rule first and foremost. They rule with martial arts!