Shattered by the unexpected death of one of their own, Mr. Andvari and the Leftovers make their way across Iasos seeking the wisdom of the sage Hattori and the Monks of AstÉriskÓ who lay hidden high in the mountains. The dwarf hopes his wards can find healing and hope from Hattori, as the wise rabbit-kind once helped Mr. Andvari. But the memory of death still plagues them, filling the Leftovers with overwhelming anger and sadness. With Vic as their prisoner, constantly whispering doubt and confusion into their minds, their judgement is further compromised. As the Leftovers make their trek to the mountains, Warlord KÆlerus’ secret invasion infests all of Iasos, splintering communities and throwing townships and cities into chaos and violence. Back at the abbey, High Abbess Gudrun has secret plans of her own, not only for Ylli and Yolli, but also for Iasos.