Owen's whole life went awry from the moment his father was accused of a crime he did not commit (Owen is completely sure of this) and died in prison. However, Monroe, a system administrator from the school, suggests that he can help Owen restore his father's good name by allowing him to use Animus, a device that gives users the opportunity to explore genetic memories resting in DNA. True, the experience gained by the boy in "Animus" turns out to be much wider than he could have imagined. During the stimulation, Owen discovers the existence of an ancient and powerful relic that has long been considered just a legend - the Trident of Eden. Now two secret organizations - the Brotherhood of Assassins and the Knights Templar - will stop at nothing in an effort to take possession of this artifact. Very soon it becomes clear that Owen will have to find the relic first to save himself.