In a world where dark powers twist even the sanest minds, only Karen has the ability to truly stand as protector of the light.

Those who would fight base villainy meet with fear and hatred. Karen, together with a band of faithful friends, including the laconic warrior-tracker Manfred, the impetuous youth Jans, and the distrustful rebel Joanha, holds the key to overthrowing these masters of evil. But to do so, she must embrace her own darkness and risk the lives of those she loves.