Meyer Brant has lived in the Outlands his entire life. Sometimes Traders bring magical artifacts from the Great Realms and other far off lands, but otherwise he is removed from the kings, sorcerers and magical creatures of the world. Instead, Meyer's biggest concern is enduring his daily Martial Training--a necessity in Vanroc, a town which lives in constant fear of Raiders. Yet one day during a sparring session, Meyer experiences a moment of supernatural strength, and his life is changed forever...

Sophia and Jay are training for the upcoming war and trying to find Mark. They have to make some more sacrifices if they want to win the war. How much will they have to sacrfice? Sophia is still learning how to control her powers and both her and Jay are dealing with the lose of their families. Jace is trying to wrap her head around what is happening and where she fits into the war and Mark is trying to escape from the Rogue King, but will he eventually submit to helping him? Sequel to The Mating Games.