From the introduction: Over eight centuries ago, the mighty paladin Iomedae stood at the edge of the chasm surrounding the Starstone Cathedral, preparing to take the test that had elevated a select few to divinity. A small crowd had gathered, and as she gazed upon the cathedral, Iomedae cast out her cloak. It extended to a great length and became a bridge, which she used to traverse the great chasm. As the cloak grew, one of the clasps that had held it to her armor clattered to the cobblestone beneath her feet. When Iomedae took her first steps onto the newly created bridge, a local beggar took the opportunity to run in and snatch up the discarded clasp.