Thanquol is caught in a deadly net of treachery and intrigue as he is caught up in the rival plans of clans Mors and Skyre to destroy the dwarf hold of Karak Angkul. In order to escape with his life and a magical relic of awesome power he will not only have to betray both his Skaven allies, but also defeat a renowned Dwarf master engineer and Skaven hero Ikit Claw