A dramatic retelling of the ancient Irish epic recounts the rivalry between King Ailell of Connacht and his beautiful, insatiable Queen, the tragic saga of Conchover and his obsession for Derdriu of the Sorrows, and the exploits of Cu Chulainn, legendarychampion of Ireland

Cu Chulainn, legendary defender of Ulster, tangles with a host of ancient Celtic villains who cast spells, bring war upon Ulster, and work in mystery, dreams, and enchantment to alter the warrior's fate