In the wake of Archlord Zagarna’s unexpected death at the hands of the young Kai Lord - Lone Wolf - a titanic struggle for power has erupted among the Darklords of Helgedad. Old loyalties are soon forgotten in this bitter contest for the winner will secure for himself the ultimate prize - Archlordship of all the Darklands. When two contenders for the throne of Helgedad emerge, an impasse looks inevitable, But this delicate balance is dramatically altered when a new pawn is introduced unexpectedly to their deadly game. In this exciting adventure, Lone Wolf is captured and transported to the heart of the Darklands where he becomes the key to victory in the ultimate struggle for control of an evil empire.