Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
380
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1992
Publisher
Baen Books
ISBN-10
0671721437
ISBN-13
9780671721435
Description
In the sprawling, shadowy city of Illizbuah, a power struggle unfolds among priests, lords, wizards, merchants, and thieves, each vying for control of the corrupt landscape. Amid the intricate web of intrigue, alliances are fragile, and betrayal lurks at every corner. The vibrant atmosphere of this metropolis teems with magic and danger, painting a picture of a place where ambition knows no bounds and morality is easily sacrificed.
The characters within this tumultuous environment are driven by their desires, often leading them to face harsh choices that can change their fates irrevocably. Players in this grim game include cunning merchants looking to expand their empires, ruthless lords eager to cling to their power, and ambitious wizards willing to bend the arcane arts to their will. As tensions mount, each player's ambition is tested, revealing the true nature of their spirits.
As the city’s dark secrets begin to unravel, the lines between friend and foe blur, propelling the inhabitants into a maelstrom of conflict. In this setting where deception rules, survival becomes an art, and those who walk the thin line between light and shadow must confront their deepest fears to overcome the treacherous machinations at play.
The characters within this tumultuous environment are driven by their desires, often leading them to face harsh choices that can change their fates irrevocably. Players in this grim game include cunning merchants looking to expand their empires, ruthless lords eager to cling to their power, and ambitious wizards willing to bend the arcane arts to their will. As tensions mount, each player's ambition is tested, revealing the true nature of their spirits.
As the city’s dark secrets begin to unravel, the lines between friend and foe blur, propelling the inhabitants into a maelstrom of conflict. In this setting where deception rules, survival becomes an art, and those who walk the thin line between light and shadow must confront their deepest fears to overcome the treacherous machinations at play.
Genres
Science Fiction