There is no chivalry, no gallantry, left in the long struggle between Deraine and Sagene, and their arch-rival Roche. The fight is no longer for victory, but for survival. And in the midst of the slaughter stands Hal Kailas, Dragonmaster. His squadron of dragons soar above the carnage and dark sorcery, dealing death to the enemies of his people, but even Hal has his weaknesses ...For now Hal has been captured by a deadly foe - and without the power of the Dragonmaster both Deraine and Sagene face certain destruction.