Why is the Rusticulum counting the seven children, and what does it intend to do with them?
Can the Harbingers protect Atherin and the children from a creature powerful enough to crush trees beneath its armor?
What destination northeast of Beklar is Torrin's compass identifying?
Who created Torrin's purple book, and why can only he read its Veyan writing?
What is the true relationship between Eth, Sethis, and the Tangled One?
Can the abducted children be rescued before the Chain completes their indoctrination?
What causes the mainland sickness that afflicted Atherin's husband?
Why do light and shadow intensify together beneath the Ithelion?
What awaits the Harbingers at Keph and the Chain fortress?
