Rich cultured Bridin, a town in the mountain kingdom of Thoranophilus, is rocked by the disappearance of forty villagers. Legend and lore become reality as prophecies come true from the "Scrolls of Antiquity." Sharmok, a power hungry sorcerer, has surfaced from the conflicted underworld to wreak havoc above and capture souls, leaching their life force to regain his powers as a wizard, and the ability to manipulate the elements. Further, Adan, our young hero, rises to the occasion and is slingshotted into his destiny. He makes his way through this incredible adventure with the help of his parents, friends and the mentorship of King Loeland himself who knows a secret about his own demise, and about the destiny of the one known as "The Glowing Ember."