The Trident is the second entry in the Journals of Rise series. In this sequel to The Chase, Kyita Day is brought to the Trident, a mercenary company that grew into a country. The Trident is at odds with the Kingdom of Suwa, the once dominate Suwian country and old seat of power in the region. A looming war makes Kyita a valuable resource for the Trident’s General, who knows the value that Kyita represents as the heir to Westbend’s Grand Patriarch. In the capital of the Trident, called Hardcastle, Kyita walks a dangerous line between guest and captive. At the same time, the Mountain Folk, who chased Kyita through the Wilds, wreak havoc across the Trident, Marthithious closes in on the Sword of Khyber, and the other interested parties play their hand. As more actors join both Kyita’s journey, and the quest for the sword of Khyber, Kyita is forced to make difficult and life-altering decisions.