Under the bright lights of Manhattan's busy streets, a covert society flourishes. A group of people with extraordinary intelligence and cunning get together to compete in complex, ethically dubious contests known as the Devious Conclaves. Every difficulty stretches the bounds of ethics and lawfulness, making it harder to distinguish between good and bad.

Lucas, our main character, is a bright yet cynical youngster who, by accident, discovers the Devious Conclaves. Drawn by the promise of a stimulating mind and a sense of camaraderie, Lucas climbs the ranks quickly, demonstrating his aptitude for cunning and distortion.

But when Lucas explores the Conclaves' society more thoroughly, he starts to learn a dark reality. The challenges are a haven for power and corruption rather than just being games. The Architect, the mysterious and captivating leader of the Conclaves, is manipulating the group and utilizing their skills for his own evil purposes.

Lucas is forced to choose between his growing conscience and loyalty, forcing him to make a difficult decision. Will he withstand the temptation of power and end up just another pawn in The Architect's game, or will he utilize his wits to reveal the truth and overthrow the Conclaves?