Kata's clan and dream are in danger. Two rival clans have called for war, and it looks like Kata's clan, the Kerz, will have to intervene. The expedition Kata had planned with his friend into the outside world has been postponed by the elders, as they fear losing two of their best warriors. They will allow one to go, but in order to leave, Kata mst defeat his best friend, who has been gifted with the strength of the Gods.