Kai has had better days. After being murdered and trapped in a magical prison, he wakes to find a would-be thief trying to drain his power. That plan does not end well for the thief, but Kai has bigger problems.
The world has changed during his long imprisonment. The Rising World Coalition is gaining ground, old enemies stir, and the reasons for his assassination remain hidden. With pain magic at his command, Kai is dangerous, but power alone will not win this fight.
To uncover the truth, he must rely on allies who may or may not be trustworthy. Betrayal and loyalty blur until nothing feels certain.
Can Kai unravel the conspiracy before it consumes the world he once fought to protect?
