The Exalted and the Tainted clash in this tale of witchery, mystery, butchery and treachery. Aftlain is a village regarded as being at the edge of the world. It is a sanctuary for the persecuted people of Albion, who are blessed with certain talents. The intolerant High Church regards the village as a breeding ground for witchcraft, a haven for unholy behaviour and where the dark gods find favour. The Order of Allsaints, the zealous military wing of the High Church dispatches Steadholder Samael Thaindire. He is a witch hunter and is charged to journey to Aftlain and investigate the village...