In Nevanion, young Ethorenn has lived his whole life in a secluded village, feeling that he doesn't belong there. His father wants him to become the next village chief. One day, orchs attack his village, burning it to the ground, and kidnap him. While escaping the orchs he frees a captured dragon that decides to follow him. With nothing left for him, Ethorenn sets out on an adventure not knowing it will have great consequences not only for himself, but for all of Nevanion.