Aglirta is known as the Kingless Land, a once-prosperous and peaceful river valley under the protection of a noble sovereign, now fallen into lawlessness and tyranny. The only hope for peace lies in the restoration of the Sleeping King, but he has been ensorcelled.

A lowly band of four adventurers, thrown together by circumstance and adversity, must recover the legendary Dwaerindim stones to return peace to the land and save themselves from a fate worse than death.

A warrior, a thief, and a healer must turn their backs on their ordinary lives and join with the sorceress Lady Embra Silvertree -- the Lady of Jewels -- in a last-ditch attempt to awaken the Sleeping King and restore him to his rightful throne.