Ten years ago the Misfortune came. A strong explosion was heard in the sky, after which ordinary people - men and women - began to acquire superpowers. People with awe began to call them Epics. But Epics are in no hurry to help ordinary people. Along with an incredible gift, they received the desire to rule. And in order to dominate people, you need to suppress their will. No one fights the Epics... no one except the Reckoners. Lurking in the shadows, a group of ordinary people spend their lives studying the Epics, figuring out their flaws, and then killing them. David wants to join the Reckoners. He wants to destroy Steelheart, the invincible Epic who killed his father. For years, like the Reckoners, David has been studying and planning - he has what they need. Not just any object, but a priceless experience. He saw the blood of Steel Heart. And he wants revenge.