Talon, the lone survivor of the Blackblood race, seeks vengeance on the men who slaughtered her people. Her journey takes her to a desperate Outpost on the edge of the realm where she finally confronts one of the men who killed her family.

Against the Smith’s advice, Talon goes after the demon before she’s ready. The Mistress proves herself a ruthless enemy in her scheme to take over the colipsum trade.

Having discovered a powerful secret, Wythers blackmails Gwynn; Five killers from Talon's past look to take care of unfinished business.

Talon promises to find the mysterious “Book of Names.” Gwynn’s true identity is revealed. Talon agrees to escort Janzo to meet the Worm’s colipsum supplier outside the walls of the Outpost.