In a time of Great darkness and upheaval rival lords fight amongst themselves in vain attempts to gain land, and power. A young child is found abandoned deep within the forest by Yelats, a village elder, and alchemist who raises the boy as if he was his own. Growing up struggling with the uncertainty of his own mysterious identity, and the fertility of the land, HawkWind dreams of adventure and an end to the turbulent times like many his age. Yelats' tales chronicling the age of light, a glorious time Long past enthuses Hawkwind leaving him yearning for such an era of peace and prosperity.
His village destroyed, and mentor dead, Hawkwind embarks on a journey of self discovery discontented with the world surrounding him. Along his trek wrought with perils he learns of his true identity being descended from the greatest of all kings, who prevailed during the last age of light. Hawkwind champions his dream of seeing Capernia reunited, restoring it's past glory bring peace to a land so long in chaos. Pitted against Nav, a creature of ancient evil and unspeakable power who wishes to enslave all of humanity, turning the lords of Capernia against one another weakening their strength.
Aided by many allies met along the way and a secretive race wielding great power sworn to peace, Hawkwind battles enemies who seek his downfall. If he can overcome his own doubts of seeing himself as the leader meant to bring greatness to Capernia, there will be a new dawning.