Freedom is never given... It is won. A war between the Rebels and the monarchy is raging. Rebels burn down villages. The king refuses to give up, even though it is a lost cause. When all seemed lost, a third party was born. The Golden Lions. They fight for no one but the people. The men in this allegiance swear to do whatever it is necessary to end the war. Even if it means execute both the Rebel King and the Monarchy King. Young Catherine, who becomes an orphan overnight, lives with a hermit in the dark woods. He trains her in swordplay, archery and how to be courageous. Now eighteen years old, Catherine must make a decision. To either lay low and not be involved in the war. Or join a side.