The Lion and the Kirna 2002

In the dark dungeons beneath Coe Kiki's castle, Lord Kotak learns how to use his magic powers from a mysterious, aged wizard to become king of Arria. His plots to take over the throne will disrupt the nobility and royalty, splinter the military, break apart families and lead to a civil war full of political intrigue, espionage, conspiracy, betrayal and violence in the capital's streets.

Meanwhile, Basha and Monika's desert romance of a marriage is shattered by a bandit attack, leading the vengeful couple on an action-packed adventure to avenge their loss and reclaim what was stolen. In their quest, they join forces with a grim, moody youth hiding a secret of his own; a young woman escaping a forced marriage; and renew old friendships with a bard and a humorous talking falcon and his son.

Once more the kingdom of Arria is threatened, and the superheroes known as the Knights of Arria must reunite to battle evil with death and a prophecy on the line. Yet who will survive, and how will Basha face the truth about his connection to Lord Kotak? Second volume in Legends of Arria 2002 series.