In a time of five great races, humankind is having trouble peacefully coexisting with the lizard people that live among them. As a result, the Siritahk have learned to be wary and fearful of humans-even as an evil dwarf seeks the downfall of all races. After stealing the crown of power from a dwarven god and imprisoning him, Galiock is happily creating havoc and war across the land.
Aluk, a Siritahk lizard, is immersed in a brave battle with humans when he suddenly stumbles upon his most bitter enemy lying motionless in the grass. Hours later, after the injured human awakens, Aluk learns he is Tolnac, a member of the glacier people. After he decides to help Tol rather than kill him, the two embark on a journey to find water and heal the human's wounds. But it is not long before Aluk discovers that Tol is destined to fulfill a chosen prophesy by uniting the races and overthrowing Galiock-and he is the one who must help him do it.
In this fantasy adventure, two creatures from vastly different races must band together in order to defeat a mighty dwarf determined to destroy the only world they have ever known.