Malkon's moral crisis as he confronts the contradictions between his faith, duty, and growing skepticism about Timanov's leadership and the legitimacy of the Order of Logar.

Malkon publicly challenges Timanov’s fanatical order to sacrifice outsiders to appease the Outsider, invoking divine favor as justification for mercy. The confrontation erupts in the Hall of Fire, where seismic …

Under the looming threat of Sarn's volcanic eruption, Turlough and Malkon uncover the truth of their entwined destinies when Turlough notices the Misos Triangle brand on Malkon's arm. Malkon admits …