Along the dusky wandering streets of an ancient city in the North Lowland, a young man walks alone. Lucas carries light for the citizens of the City of Dreams, but in his heart questions burn. How did his beloved mother die, and who is his father? Compelled by his own vicious nightmares, along with the urgings of his benefactor Mrs. Kempel, and odd advice from a fortuneteller, he travels to Arcana, his childhood home. His desire to discover his origins is confounded by an abrupt encounter with a mysterious young woman, several unscrupulous strangers, a wrathful old woman, and a looming spectre from his past. Guided by a unique gift and primaeval awareness, Lucas delves into a journey of mystery, romance, and trickery.