In the north of the world, freezing under the red dying sun, stands the city of Villerin. Corruption flourishes in it, criminal groups divide spheres of influence, hybrid creatures born of sick imaginations fight in underground gladiatorial battles, and people disappear not only from the streets, but also from their homes. And from the sea, Villerin is threatened by a mysterious enemy, leaving behind mountains of mutilated bodies...

It was here that investigator Rumek Jerid fled, trying to hide from the revenge of Chancellor Urtica, who seized power in the capital Villjamur. The deposed Empress Jamur Rika makes her way here with her sister Eir and her lover. The most incredible alliances become possible in a city besieged by enemies, torn apart by internal contradictions and stuffed to the rooftops with magic...