At thirteen, Ayrion learns quickly the consequences of being exceptional. Staying on top is not always a good thing, especially when the head of your clan has a son who can¿t stand to lose.Trained as assassins, competition for an Upaka is serious. The more Ayrion wins, the deadlier his position becomes. Can he manage to keep his identity as a wielder hidden, or will he ignore his parents¿ advice and use his magic to win?