In a distant future when the world has entered a Second Dark Age, magic is as real as the fire-breathing dragons that plague the land. Machines rule humans in the guise of dragons and other monsters, keeping the land in an unending medieval state. Young Alex lives with his grandfather, Burt, who is eager for the boy to mature so that he can start his training towards his greater destiny. Alex and Burt befriend a knight named Duncan at the King's tournament. The three set off on a journey, in which they rescue a fair maiden named Sarah. Alex discovers the secrets of his mysterious past and his destiny with magic as they face the fearsome monsters on their perilous quest.