The second installment of Assassin's Apprentice commences here! Spring arrives in the Six Duchies, accompanied by the looming threat of the Red-Ship Raiders. As the peril inches closer to Buckkeep, Fitz receives his inaugural mission from Chade, tasking him with infiltrating a nobleman's estate to uncover any traces of treason. Yet, an assassin's duty is anything but straightforward, and the destiny of the realm hangs in the balance as Fitz must grapple with the decision to take a life or show mercy.
This narrative sets the stage for the comic series Assassin’s Apprentice II, which it published in 2023. Crafted by esteemed writers Robin Hobb and Jody Houser, and brought to life by the skilled illustrator Ryan Kelly, this gripping tale unfolds under the banner of Dark Horse Comics.