Thirteen-year-old Elf, Prince Shane, yearns to go out into the kingdom he will rule. His father not only outlawed magick but forbade him to leave the safety of the palace grounds. Shane and his friend, Brady, defy these orders to explore the kingdom but not without consequences. They soon learn a witch has cast spells on various citizens, including Shane's great-great-grandmother, and being her kin, Shane discovers he alone must kill the witch. Shane must defy his father, learn magick, and gather an army to achieve his task. In the middle of his plan, his father hires a teacher for the boys. Marrek, whom Shane considered to be a hindrance to his plans, turns out to be an asset. Shane is surprised by his father's reaction when he returns from his mission.