Change. The universe of Gladonus is on the precipice of such a thing when the Guardian of the Core EDWYRD ESKA sends out invitation letters to eight individuals to participate in the Trials. The novel opens with the main characters EIREK MOURSE, PRINCE HYDRO PAEN, and ZAIN BERRESE each receiving letters and making their way to the pick-up destination where they are then transported to the Central Core. It is there that the competition begins. These Trials range from scouring a labyrinth with the help of a partner; relying on one's intellectual acuity to solve a riddle; showcasing their physical prowess and weapons' ability in a weapons tournament; and believing in one's own fortitude as they climb a volcano before dusk sets. However, will these Trials that are supposed to test partnership, intelligence, determination and fortitude be too arduous? Will it mold the contestants? Or break them? In this tale of ideal dreams and lucid aspirations, these competitors find theirs threatened by deceit, betrayal, sabotage—and even flesh—as all become vital to success…