The fragile alliances of the Middle World now face the wrath of a retreating enemy and a chaos unbound. In The Heart of Darkness, the battle deepens as Highlanders, Elves, and Elwen Rangers pursue the remnants of a shattered army, only to discover the real war has just begun. As shadows twist and ancient evils stir, loyalty is tested, and not all will survive the rising tide. Haunted by loss and driven by duty, Commander Radian and Prince Andur lead their forces into the jaws of the unknown. But victory has its cost. In narrow valleys and blood-soaked fields, the weight of leadership bears down, and even the strongest hearts can break. The Heart of Darkness is a story of sacrifice and sorrow, but also of courage lit from within – a reminder that even when the world falters, the spirit must rise. The Star of Light is the first chapter in The Wind in the Forest saga, a richly woven epic that explores transformation through hardship, the endurance of the spirit, and the healing power of unity. It is a story where even the smallest step echoes across ages, and where every soul, no matter how scarred, may hold the key to rebirth. In this world, perseverance is prophecy, and the true battle begins within.