The Oath and the Measure demand much of the knights of Solamnia, and Huma becomes fearful of the consequences when he lies to his superior about the appearance of Magius, a childhood friend who has since become a powerful mage. Things go from bad to worse as one of the evil dreadwolves taunts Huma with the suggestion that Magius has played him as a pawn to protect himself. But there is little time to think about such things as the Dark Queen's forces launch a surprise attack. Cover by Rael.