"An epic campaign whose four adventures span five years and all four tiers of play! A small band of envoys from the Sovereign’s Finest must travel to far-off vata stronghold and lend their aid against the sinister powers of the Shadow Barrens. The heroes must face off against the very forces of Shadow and may unlock some of the ancient secrets of the world of Blue Rose. Also provides a complete gazetteer for the Shadow Barrens and Mt. Oritaun, a guide to the Sovereign's Finest, and a host of creatures and NPCs for use within or outside of this storyline."