In the Final installment of the Core Series, the Razznians are defeated yet no one feels like a winner. New Lassa is devastated, Azrom is in shambles and Planet Razzna itself has had its surface razed, forcing the population to flee. Which leaves a bad taste on everyone's palate. With so many secrets filled with animosity and shame now brought to light, both Azrom and New Lassa must face their own demons. Making matters worse, commerce from all three planets have ground to a crawl, alerting the Dreridians who run the trade organizations. They want compensation none of them are in any position to pay.