The Runes of WarThe Runes of War is the first book in the Runes of War Saga. The adventure begins Torra Alta is under attack. Threatened by a new ice age, the barbaric tribes of the vast Northern Trunda join forces under the bloody rule of warrior chief Morbak to form the Vaalakan army. As they set out to achieve dominion of the world, only the frontier castle of Torra Alta stands in their way. For a thousand years, Torra Alta has stood triumphant and unconquerable,