There is war on the Isthmus. And this is very unpleasant! Unpleasant, of course, for the country, which was invaded by the troops of the ambitious Emperor Isthmus, who declared all magicians of military age liable for military service. Unpleasant for the conquerors, forced to obey the eccentric spirit of the legendary commander, which had taken possession of the body a very mediocre general. And how unpleasant it is for the merchants on both sides, who are suffering huge losses - it’s impossible to say!!! The war must be stopped. But how?! As usual with Asprin - in the most unimaginable way!