After the War of the Gods, the demons were cast out and fell to the
world. Mankind was nearly eradicated by the seemingly unstoppable beasts
until the gods sent the great hero, Ramrowan, to save them. He united
the tribes, gave them magic, and drove the demons into the sea. Ever
since, the land has belonged to man, and the oceans have remained an
uncrossable hell, leaving the continent of Lok isolated. It was
prophesized that someday the demons would return, and only the
descendants of Ramrowan would be able to defeat them. They became the
first kings, and all men served those who were their only hope for
survival.
As centuries passed, the descendants of the great hero grew in number
and power. They became tyrannical and cruel and their religion nothing
but an excuse for greed. Gods and demons became myth and legend, and the
people no longer believed. The castes created to serve the Sons of
Ramrowan rose up and destroyed their rulers. All religion was banned and
replaced by a code of unflinching law. The surviving royalty and their
priests were made casteless, condemned to live as untouchables, and the
Age of Law began.
Ashok Vadal has been chosen by a powerful ancient weapon to be its
bearer. He is a Protector, the elite militant order of roving law
enforcers. No one is more merciless in rooting out those who secretly
practice the old ways. Everything is black or white, good or evil, until
he discovers his entire life is a fraud. Ashok isn't who he thinks he
is, and when he finds himself on the wrong side of the law, the
consequences lead to rebellion, war--and destruction.
