Outlawed and marked for death by a kingdom they once served, the shaman warriors of Kugai are a dying breed of disturbingly powerful, mystical killing machines. Political misinformation has led the citizens and soldiers of Kugai to fear the once-respected shamans. As the king's soldiers begin to comb the desert fringes of civilization for survivors, twisted death lords also hunt the shamans and their followers. Batu hopes to protect the child in his care from the chaos and fear that have engulfed the land, but the daughter of one of the strongest shamans ever cannot be shielded from her destiny. When a gang of colorful, bloodthirsty assassins closes in on Batu and his ward, surprising new allies reveal themselves-ready to defend this special child with their lives!