Tradition vs. Progress: The characters' internal battles reflect the wider conflict in the Rainlands whether to embrace modernity and outside influences or remain rooted in long-held traditions.
Unity and Division: The novel explores the fragility of unity in a land of great diversity. Regional, ethnic, and ideological differences threaten to tear the Rainlands apart, even as some individuals strive for a common vision.
Power and Corruption: The struggle for control over the Rainlands' rich resources leads to political maneuvering, military coups, and power plays, raising questions about how power is used and abused.
Cultural Identity: Through the characters' experiences, the novel examines how personal identity, language, and culture are shaped by external forces and internal choices.