Seven months later, Jevulon (now known as Dioko) has many new challenges. The work at Elydia has filled his time. He is now the shepherd of his flock and is forced to lead them through the Wilderlands to find fresh grass that the continuing drought hasn’t shriveled to dust. But the weather is the least of his concerns. When will Sir San come north to finish his conquest of Pyrazo?

That day was rapidly approaching. Soon the snows would begin and Katakluz Pass would be closed. Where was San? Would he come searching for Dioko and his father? How could they escape? Would Yosiah be able to protect them from the evil Ugar lord from the Krypto-Kosmos?

According to the prophecies, a hero would come to fight for the gates of Kathareon … whenever they appeared. Dioko only wished that hero would come soon!