Adrian is abandoned at his weird grandmother's house for the summer because of an incident at school. As strange things occur at her house, he realizes his connection to a long line of powerful beings called Anitorie. Anytime they use their powers, there are physical ramifications dealt to the caster. As he tries to understand his power, he comes across his mom's journal which tells him of a horrific future fated to happen. With a newfound purpose in his life, it's up to him to prepare for it by passing various trials his mom has left him. With the help of his friends, Ormand, a nerdy sage and, Ertha, a powerful mage, they overcome these tests of might while also fighting off their enemies, Letos, and their leader, Iman, who has a mysterious connection to Adrian's mother.