The Intersolar Commonwealth is in turmoil as the Living Dream's deadline for launching its Pilgrimage into the Void draws closer. At the heart of this is Edeard the Waterwalker, who once lived deep inside the Void. He is the messiah of Living Dream. It is he who is the driving force behind Living Dream's Pilgrimage. As Edeard nears his final victory the true nature of the Void is finally revealed.