As John struggles against the Captain of the Lizards—rising as a hero—the band of young warriors are hardly aware that a larger threat looms on the horizon. But when that threat unleashes the incredible power that John has had locked within him, Ugdrasil finds himself wondering if he should trust his life long—but immature—friend with it. But John isn't the only one who is the target of distrust. Ernan finds that his bid for power in the realm has many challengers...dangerous challengers both legal and magical.