Jonas Wren’s life is in ruins — until an anonymous gift drops a centuries-old map in his lap, promising fortune and redemption. What begins as a hunt for mythical treasure soon becomes a brutal race against mercenaries, scholars, and old enemies. Trekking across burning deserts, perilous mountain passes, and forgotten cities, Jonas discovers the map isn’t just a guide to riches — it’s a blueprint to humanity’s greatest secret. But some knowledge is cursed, and some discoveries demand more than he’s willing to pay.