The Descent—The transitionary realm in between the mortal world and the underworld. It consists of five Sanctums that a soul must travel through to reach true death: Body, Breath, Psyche, Secrets, and Soul. The Descent was created by Alarus before his murder, and is now suffering the effects of many years of neglect. Egrette—The current legitimate Heir of the House of Shadow. Daughter of King Raoul of the House of Shadow. Asar’s half sister. Heir Mark—A permanent mark that appears on the Heir of a vampire kingdom when the previous Heir dies, marking their position and power.
