Ingemar Leifsson is the son of a great man: Ulrich Leifsson, one of the most renowned warriors of the surrounding villages. With two older brothers Ingemar has always felt dwarfed, spending his days longing to earn respect and attention from his family, especially his father. But when his father disappears from the village one night, Ingemar's older brother, Bjorn, who always seems to take credit for his brother's accomplishments, is put in charge. In his fury Ingemar leaves the village in search of his father, determined to return him. Along the way he meets friends and allies that he never would have imagined - as well as enemies. Includes swords, battles, quests, discovery, long walks, taverns, a tomb and a healthy dose of magical creatures.