The Alphas of all meet the battles they've risen to take on, but the embers of the story-time bonfire haven't even settled before one important fact stands clear. One story was not told.

As Matt continues to learn to work with the Völsung born in him, he gathers knowledge, power, and the resources needed to secure the North.

For every battle he meets head-on, another is fought within. If not for Hati's ember, crying out for his support, Sköll wouldn't stand a chance.

Pack Alpha Steffen has promised to stand by his pup until whatever lies ahead has been seen through. Doubt whether he's capable nags him as the pup shows off just how powerful Sköll has risen to become.