Talam, a kingdom on the brink of chaos. The melting northern ice pack threatens to unleash disaster, while the malicious king of Sinistra plots to exploit the crisis to start a war. In the midst of this turmoil, Phaedra, a street urchin with a powerful ability, struggles to survive in the city's dangerous underworld.

Haunted by her past and ostracized by society, Phaedra longs to belong somewhere. But when she becomes embroiled in a deadly conflict between rival factions, she unleashes her power with devastating consequences. As Talam descends into chaos, Phaedra must flee the city with a precious plant that could hold the key to salvation.

With enemies on all sides, Phaedra forms an unlikely alliance with a band of rebels, each with their own unique abilities and motivations. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to escape Sinistra and save their kingdom from certain destruction.