Dak Akkra…Emmisary to the mighty Empire of Lodar from tiny Mazidar, appears to be no more than a boorish fop, overindulging in the luxuries of the Imperial capital.

In fact, he has two missions, both secret, one forbidden. First, find a way to lead a horde of feuding tribes across Lodar … without starting a war.

Second, find a woman who has been missing for three years and rescue her … even if it does start a war.