Buckle of Methliana farms an estate in Delamer, in the peaceful west. The spring storms arrive, unusually strong, and Buckle is looking forward to a bountiful year. He ignores the rumors of war coming from the east. The Sarondakis, are looking to reconquer the lands they once dominated. For Buckle, dealing with the corrupt local officials is trouble enough. But when his liege, Roduct disappears and is accused of murder, Buckle can no longer ignore the troubles of the outside world and he must set out on a quest to clear his lord's name. If he can't the estate will be lost. With him he takes...