The Point of Chaos

The Point of Chaos is the sequel to The Plight of Steel. It continues straight after the events of the first novel, and includes each of the six story lines still remaining from the first book, as well as a new seventh: one that details the story of the Villalon family, who rule the island kingdom of Villamaje. As of yet, the novel is unfinished, with no hint of a release date.

## Description

Set during the middle of the Third Age of the Earth, the story picks up where the first novel left off. It continues to follow the six stories that ended during the finale of the Plight of Steel, those being the stories of Riverfall, Nightfall, Velerin, as well as the Adrian, Cassara, and Aerynir subplots. The Velerin (Flashback) storyline ended during the first novel, and is not continued in the second. A new story appears about the Villalon family, which was referenced numerous times during the first novel, but never expanded upon until now.

## Synopsis

As with the first book, this novel is separated into multiple different storylines. Each chapter rotates perspectives between these, as well as between the characters within them. The stories are all interconnected in the same world, and interact in many ways throughout the book.

### Riverfall

Left alone with his newfound bastard sister, Seifer Vendyros, the youngest of the four Dragon's Children, comes to learn that some secrets are best left buried. Over the course of his story, he will learn the truth about his father, his family, and the pursuit of power.

### Nightfall

A guest comes to the kingdom with promises for Alistair Wildlight, who has almost entirely lost his fracturing mind. Lies are told and corruption finds a steady hold over the royal family, who are forced to grapple with the consequences of their actions.

### Velerin

Virion Vendyros has set his sights on the city kingdom of Velerin with a scheme he has been working out for years. He rides to Castle Whitehaven, leaving destruction in his wake, and wraps his hand around the city's throat with slowly tightening fingers.

### Villamaje

Cantarell Villalon is a vengeful man. He longs to kill a mysterious cult leader for his crimes against the royal family, and will do all in his power to achieve that goal, even if it means neglecting the very people he means to protect.

### Adrian Subplot

The Prince, after his encounter with an unearthly force in the Forest of Rock, is comatose, and must be carried by Sir Winmore. The two of them will cross land and sea to return home, losing much along the way.

### Cassara Subplot

The Banished Queen of Riverfall, now with a powerful gift unlocked, seeks to take back her stolen throne. She needs help to do so, and rides to Windspeak to find it.

### Aerynir Subplot

The Lord of Ashes, with a mysterious wandering spirit by his side, seeks out answers about his ancient family, as well as means with which to take back Deyeron from the humans. What he uncovers will alter his life forever.

## Context

The novel takes place right after the events of the first in the series. Both books are set during the middle of the Third Age, and detail the spiraling descent towards the inevitable War of the Third Age, which is planned to be featured in the third novel.

## Name Origin

The Point of Chaos has a double meaning. One is in reference to a "point" of chaos as part of a question. "What is the point of chaos?" A second meaning can be deciphered with "point" being a literal point, like at the top of a pyramid. The characters are heading towards a point, where chaos will reign.