The Kingless Land is kingless no more, for the Sleeping Ruler of legend, Ruler Kelgrael, continues to be awakened by the efforts from the Music group of Four: Hawkril, a bold and brave warrior gifted with great strength and fortitude; Craer, the crafty and clever thief; Sarasper, the discovered and sensible healer; and, lastly, Lady Embra Silvertree, the mystical Lady of Jewels, a robust sorceress.

Using the magical capabilities from the Dwaerindim Stones, the king’s curse has been lifted. But it is going to take more than the power of an individual Dwaerindim to allow him to take up the long-vacant throne of the property, for a couple of ambitious and devious barons prepared to concern him for his royal dominion. While inhuman and dark makes lurk, the Band of Four must set out again on an arduous quest for the trick that will allow the kingdom to return to the protection and wealth of its former glory.