The second book in the irresistible trilogy of four friends who find themselves caught up in the dangerous quest to save their town when the wicked creatures from their card game come to life. In The Rise of the Black Wolf Max and his fellow Grey Griffins, Ernie, Harley, and Natalia, set off on another extraordinary adventure - travelling to Scotland to visit Max's dad for the winter holidays. It doesn't take long before strange things start to happen to the four kids while they explore Mr Sumner's ancient castle. Once again, the Grey Griffins must do battle with the forces of evil - Fireball Pixies, Werewolves, and Morgan the Black Witch. But when Max's dad disappears, it's up to the Grey Griffins to rescue him, with the help of Knights Templar!