The Kingdom of Dresden is a large and beautiful realm bordered to the southeast by the ocean and west by rolling hills. But there is a darkness in the city that lives inside the hearts of its people and its tyrant king.

Since King Viktor outlawed sorcery, many have fled the kingdom to escape execution. Even the kingdom's princess, Cassara, must hide the true nature of her dreams from her father. As long as King Viktor remains in power, peace may never be known.

Within the castle's walls, downtrodden servant Maldwyn has a gift of his own and knows nothing about magic or prophecies. He was taught to hide and fear his power.

Hearing rumours of a threat within the palace and earning Prince Harlan's confidence, Maldwyn begins to doubt everything he thought he knew...