Eight Above Eight Below

Back on solid ground Dirian and Morrow have started a new life. They have gained respect in surviving their deadly adventure at sea, found a place to call their own and, most importantly, won their freedom; but the presence of the Octagon is ever looming. When the powerful, imperialistic Airallotha try new means to reach the centre and harness its dangerous magic, other factions scramble to win the race. Dirian is reluctantly roped into returning to the Octagon's influence, acting as a guide thr