Three boys raised in a small city are destined to become rivals, and perhaps enemies. Their world is ruled by mysterious Titles, embodiments of each person’s achievements and possible future achievements, which everyone receives on their sixteenth birthday. Each Title evolves according to a person’s actions and how the people and spirit of the world judge them, granting unique abilities across utility, enhancement, spectacle, and manipulation. Anton awakens Dread King’s Hunger, Khal awakens Retributions Sovereignty, and Hayes unlocks Broken Crown.