The kingdom of Mivaria appears to be saved, but Tristan has now learned the dark past of the Chalice of Emron, with the loss of his brother's in the war with Queen Iona, Tristan must prepare to take over the duties of heir to the throne. However, the Chalice of Emron is still in Tristan's possession and there are rumors of Queen Iona's remaining Black Isles army trying to reform which could endanger Mivaria again. Tristan and his friends seek a scholar to learn more about the chalice, but with the impending threat of the remaining Black Isles forces, Tristan may be forced to make a decison that will cost him everything he holds dear.