The elven empire of Silvanesti, torn by the nightmares of the insane ruler, shines again in almost old old splendor. But Porthios, returning home to his homeland, incites a rebellion against his nephew Gilthas. Gilthas' worries are compounded by the threat of a team of green dragons and Knights of Takhisis. You have to choose between blood and honor. Douglas Niles ’second book in the Chaos War series deals with the intrigues and fate of the elven empire. The story takes place in the time of the summer fire dragons.