Raj Nataraj, father of Lila Sophia and consort of Dominique, is a scientist and adventurer, who has long been involved with humanity’s evolution. Raj is complex and although well intended, he is known by the Priestesses of Astera to be seduced by the power of creation regardless of consequence. Raj is killed early in the story, but like Dominique he is a principle character through flashbacks. What has he sacrificed to bring about the Metamorphosis Project and give birth to Lila Sophia? Will he destroy all they have worked for or are his offerings part of humanity’s saving grace?