The Walking Flame is the second installment in the Kelven's Riddle series, the epic tale of Aram, the only living descendant of Joktan, the ancient king that was killed by the hand of Manon, the grim lord of the world. Born into slavery, Aram escapes into the wilderness, seeking freedom, but finds much more, including a destiny that he did not seek. With the help of Florm, the lord of all horses, and Thaniel, Florm's mighty son, Aram travels into mysterious realms, seeking an ancient, powerful weapon of the gods to aid him in the struggle against Manon.