Billy Crains father went missing without a trace almost a year ago. When Billy is rescued from a pit by the village Hermit, he discovers the Hermit knows where his father is. Theres another world involved called Palithion. The Hermit takes Billy and his two friends to aid in his quest to awaken the sleeping wizard and help in the search of Billys father. There, they experience many adventures, encounter danger and see many wonders. Can they wake the sleeping wizard? Can Billy find his father is this vast new world?