Fulgar Geth's life has been one of grief and hardship since childhood, despite having strange abilities with healing and magnetism he scarsely understands. Unable to catch a break by following society's rules, he and his lifelong friend Binny take to a life of vagabond thievery, hoping to scrape by until better days. Their dream: to follow the clues around an ancient talisman to a place of power, a power they believe will allow them to achieve a destiny free from the rule and control of others. But circumstances take a turn for the worse, sending Fulgar into a tailspin of depression and regret that nearly costs him everything and everyone he cares about. He loses his best friend, his girlfriend, and his faith. Meanwhile, a dangerous Shadow Mage pursues him, intent on harvesting Fulgar's powers. A mysterious order of protectors steps in to help guide Fulgar's path and fight the persistent presence of dark forces. With everyone's interests revolving around his powers, Fulgar must decide whom he can trust and what it really means to have faith.

Join Fulgar and his comrades in this tale of friendship, adventure, action, magic, and personal discovery in this prequel installment of the "Heroes of Time" series.