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    "description": "The warlock waited for the tell-tale bristle of energies that signalled the breach of the barriers between the mortal realm and the demon realm.\nNothing happened.\n'Well, that was disappointing,' said the elf.\nAs they walked away a glowing wisp of vapour formed in the centre of the ornate diagram on the floor. It coalesced into a shimmering oval through which a shape could be seen. It turned as if seeking the source of the sensation, then approached the window and leaned forward, reaching out. Two burning eyes resolved themselves in a massive face as it grew closer ...\n\nThe Kingdom is plagued by rumour and instability. Kingdom spies in Kesh have been disappearing - either murdered, or turned to the enemy side. Information has become scant and unreliable, but one thing appears clear. Dark forces are on the move ...\n\nSince Pug and the Conclave of Shadows enforced peace after the last Keshian invasion, the Empire has offered no threat. But now factions are rising and Jim Dasher reports mobilization of large forces in the Keshian Confedracy.\n\nAs the men of the West answer the King's call to muster, Martin conDoin - left as caretaker of Crydee keep - will suddenly be confronted with the vanguard of an invading army. He reminds himself that he isa year older than his legendary ancestor, Prince Arutha, was when he stood firm against the Tsurani invasion, but Arutha had an army to command, and Martin is left with old men and young boys.\n\nMassive events are about to unfold, events which threaten the future of all human life in Midkemia ...",
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