The succession is in doubt. The challenge is announced. The adventure begins. Lorcan embarks on a quest with his servant Cokelli and two tiny gnomes to slay the dragon Fierelled and win the crown of Heftreeke. When a chance encounter with a witch leaves them with a magical gift that will affect them forever, Lorcan finds that nothing about their journey is as straightforward as it seems. Danger is a heartbeat away as they face rivals, bandits, and mythical creatures on the road, but for a warrior, turning back is not an option.