Azerick decides to put his quest for vengeance behind him. He takes on an apprentice and opens a school and home for North Haven's homeless children even as Ulric's schemes throws the kingdom into chaos. Hoping to create a life of peace and purpose, the young sorcerer finds himself in a struggle every bit as great as battling in the arena. Azerick quickly realizes he has taken on a task he cannot possibly do alone and calls upon his friends for help. He thinks he has managed to put all the death and destruction behind him until an assassin strikes from the shadows. Azerick realizes he and his new family will not be safe until he puts an end to those who threaten them once and for all.