Chapter brings these three together on the planet Spatterjay. Janer was sent here to carry out a certain mission, the purpose of which is still unknown to him. Erlin is looking for an old friend on the planet. The living dead Keech comes here in pursuit of the legendary pirate Jay Hoop to bring him to justice for the terrible crimes he committed during the war with the hostile kingdom of the Pradors. Their plans are destined to change, because one of the most cruel pradors arrives on the planet, determined to exterminate all witnesses of his past atrocities.