In a strange land of realms and magic, a barbarian and his extraordinary horse are in search of a Forbidden City where there are monsters, trolls, magic and a king who just doesn't want to be king. Throw in one very peculiar castle that appears to have its own personality and sprinkle it with humor. Add a few ghosts. Oh and did I mention one neurotic dragon? And a woman warrior named Azalea can hold her own against anyone; her path appears to be linked with the barbarian.