The Barbarian Prince, Cal Arath, is the rightful heir to the throne of the Northlands Kingdom. Few humans can match his skill with trusty Bonebiter, his broadsword.
Evil events have overtaken the Northlands Kingdom. The old king, is dead - assassinated by rivals to the throne. These usurpers now hold the palace with their mercenary royal guard. Cal Arath has escaped, and must collect 500 gold pieces to raise a force to smash them and retake his heritage. Furthermore, the usurpers have powerful friends overseas. If he can't return to take them out in ten weeks, their allies will arm and he will lose his kingdom forever.
To escape the mercenary and royal guard, his loyal body servant Ogab smuggled him into a merchant caravan to the southern border.