In normal times they would be on opposite sides of the barricade. But Fate brought together a retired warlock and a disgraced white magician so that together they could prevent the evil Chernobog from coming to our world, bringing death to all living things. Friendship and betrayal, magic and the power of love, insight and misunderstanding - this book will open the door to a world of amazing adventures for you."...The next turn of the serpentine brought us to the first traveling platform. A shovel hand rested on the shoulder. Like a butterfly on a flower. Or a bear on a butterfly. “Stop. Let’s go back.” I didn’t argue. Unfortunately, the reality turned out to be even worse than I expected. The tavern, looking like a doll’s house from above, bloomed with petals of fire. “I dropped the candle in the confusion, but how much does a wooden building need, dry as gunpowder? Will they remember this night here for a long time... “Remember, Azar saved you,” the troll said gravely, looking down. “Azar, so I understand, it’s you?” I asked without emotion..."