Seeking those who have stolen his greatest weapon, the Neutralizer, Rom confronts a group of Dire Wraiths. During the battle his enemy, using the blackest magic, summons that which all must fear, even a Spaceknight, the soul devouring Deathwing. Also lurking in the shadows and stalking the night is yet another who would seek vengeance on the evil Dire Wraiths. But for Rom is this shadowy figure friend or foe?