Set in a magical fantasy realm, the story chronicles the journeys of two brilliant and unappreciated magic-users--- Lera, a teenager trying to become the first female mage in centuries, and Morthos, a powerful wizard seeking to avenge himself on the powerful nobles and wizards who scorned his humble background. As Lera seeks and wins the aid of the powerful dragon sorceress Rellavir and her grandchild Zadorex, Morthos begins his plans of conquest, reform... and revenge. Their confrontation and its aftermath changes not only their lives but their entire world.