One man. One mage. A kingdom at stake. Can he conquer the forces of evil? A lone survivor of a mage slaughtered by corrupted, Aldric, has been searching for his family for years, but he's no closer to finding answers. As he journeys to the city of magic to begin his training, he stumbles upon a conspiracy that threatens the entire kingdom.Aldric must face down a dark and sinister plot to control magic users for political power, all while battling dangerous creatures and corrupt politicians. Along the way, he will find unexpected allies in the form of fellow young mages who have their own dark secrets hidden within their hearts.But one thing is no matter how hard he tries, Aldric cannot shake his past. For it continues to haunt him, and the ghosts of his memories whisper warnings that he may never escape the darkness. Can he uncover the truth behind the mysterious death of his family?Can he master his magic and help the kingdom without falling prey to the power-hungry villains lurking in the shadows? Will he survive the treacherous journey and become a mage worthy of the title or just another casualty of war?