...The noble king of Morgravia Magnus has died. His devoted military leader and childhood friend Thirsk also passed away. The paternal throne went to Prince Selimus, and the post of Thirsk went to his son Wil. However, Selimus is a cruel tyrant who takes pleasure in the torment and humiliation of others, and Wil Thirsk, who does not intend to serve as an instrument in the hands of such a ruler, quickly falls out of favor. He flees, pursued hired killers of Selimus. And his only hope for salvation is the mysterious Gift-Curse, which the executed witch Mirren gave him with her last breath. But who will teach Wil how to control this gift? Perhaps Mirren’s father, a powerful magician, whose secret hideout is located far in the mountains?.. p>