A young squire mourns the loss of his father and masterknight. His grief is worsened by his own guilt. He could have fought and died at his father’s side, but he disgraced himself by fleeing the battle. It is a crime punishable by death, but the young squire is given a chance at redemption. He is ordered to return to the place of battle and fight his father’s killer as he should have the first time. He must find the courage to face one of the most evil and terrible enemies of the realm. If he is victorious, he will redeem himself and restore his family’s honor. If he is defeated, he will die the death he deserves. About Chapter 1 – To begin his quest for Warrior Baptism, Theel must escape a city besieged by a foreign army. He seeks aid from his uncle, a tavern keeper who lives in the poorest section of the city. Theel’s uncle agrees to help, but an old enemy interferes.