Rufus law was flawed. if he had lived long enough maybe Noah's ambition could have nudged him on. Shandal coached flying demon to correct his law before he got too deep that he couldn't fix it.

all is right with the lands. the new characters are all great but the trusty 5 were needed. glad they are all back together again.

conflict doesn't need sentient beings. energies and matter can be in conflict. matter and anti matter for example.