“Do not let them know. It’s for their own good. Control the chaos. Keep them safe.” Nicholai Addihein followed this advice from Panagea’s elder division leaders since he took up control of Southeastern ten years ago. But as more chunks of the dying continent continue to break off into the sea, maintaining the public illusion that all is well gets harder to accomplish. Then, it happened. One mistake. Though committed through actions borne of love, Nicholai executes the ultimate act of betrayal to his title: he stops Southeastern’s time. In her unnatural state, Panagea crumbles faster. Natural disasters ravage the land, leaving millions dead. For his treason, the division leaders want Nicholai’s head. But the worst is yet to come. Falling from grace lands Nicholai in the company of the legendary Captain Kazuaki Hidataka and his crew of societal rejects. While each has been spurned by Panagea long ago, after unearthing the foundation of lies on which society was built, they’ll all have a choice to make. But will their actions do more harm than good? The Tree That Grew Through Iron showcases the intricate balance of mankind’s relationship with his environment, and himself.