Hogwarts, 1943. A transfer student with ancient magic. A boy who was destined to inherit Slytherin's throne. When their paths cross, the foundations of wizarding Britain begin to crack, revealing a buried history powerful enough to reshape everything that came before. Two ancient players. One ancient game. Together they are the beginning of the end of the ancient lie. _ Disclaimer: I do not own the Harry Potter universe, characters, or settings. All rights belong to J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. I only own Astraea Ambrose, her story, and all original characters and lore not found in canon.