About the book: 2009 / This work is the beginning of a grandiose epic about the extraordinary and exciting adventures of young wizards of student age. A non-linear and unpredictable plot, unexpected turns of events, a completely new look at already traditional entities and concepts in the fantasy world. The true history of humanity, the search for ancient artifacts, friendship and betrayal, love and betrayal, intricate intrigues, hidden truths and very specific enemies - there is more than enough of everything. What is the role of each of the heroes on the eve of the long-predicted End Times? Will they be able to save themselves and win? And what price will victory demand from them? And will there be a battle at all, or is it nothing more than an insidious trick by higher powers planning to play the whole world in a universal chess game??