I loved this story - I loved the different, and for my money more interesting take on the Havoc gods and their followers. I loved the premise, and I enjoyed the sort of grim determination with which the story, like its protagonists, clung to hope.
The pacing was off - the climax especially felt rushed. You mention being under a time crunch to finish the work, and I'm guessing that's a large part of why. It is a shame you couldn't give the story another round of polishing - but c'est la vie, I guess. I'm very intrigued with Nyso, and I was left wanting to know more about them and their journey. Overall well done - thank you!