The Wildlands of Karesuhl appear to be in unrest. Gnolls run rampant across the Dancing Grassland, slaughtering without remorse. Demons appear with tidings of an ancient foe now restored to life through a bargain with the god of War and Cruelty.
The gnolls loyal to the goddess Rethna wane as they are hunted by the gnolls of Thresh. They claim that Zhaal Scourgefang has returned for a second conquest.