Half-gods are supposed to be heroes, the kings of legend and the doers of great deeds. Unfortunately, Daenan, despite his semi-divinity, is still just a boy and for him it isn't going to be so easy to win the Games and succeed to his step-father's throne. He will need all of his tricks, lies and bargains if he's going to make it. He might even (whisper it) have to cheat.