Saref is more satisfied with his life than ever. The greatest work of his life ended in complete success, he is free again, again surrounded by devoted friends. All that remains is to collect equipment and train in anticipation of the next Competition. First of all, he is going to visit the lands of the desert orcs in order to get an artifact that will temporarily close his vulnerability after the Competition. In the process, Saref makes new acquaintances, gathers new companions, friends... and, perhaps, even finds something more. But peaceful life ends very quickly, since one of the Khanates, having rebelled, starts a war between the Khaganates. And, to their surprise, both Saref and Brenner discover very personal reasons for themselves to enter into this conflict... But what will it cost them, considering that the Ayon clan continues to follow on Saref's heels... and not only he? .