Dusk was the player of the greatest promise in the 'Flame of the South', his dedicated running bringing speculation that he was soon destined for the big time. The exile shattered this dream, of course. Dusk was angry for a long time, and blamed anyone in sight for ruining his great chance.
Eventually, he came to the realisation that he would only attain his former heights in one way; he renewed his commitment to the Shades, and was among the first to sign up for the journey to the Border Princedoms.