A young man named Valor was enjoying his favorite time of year–The Summer Festival! But everything changed when soldiers came into his town and demanded all non-humans wear armbands to identify themselves from their human neighbors. He and others protested the segregation and were attacked. Now they are on the run but there are soldiers everywhere. But why are they so interested in separating everyone? Is it an isolated incident or is this happening everywhere in Aslennor? These questions and more haunt Valor’s steps as they try to stay one step ahead of their pursuers.