19 y/o Tanner has retired from the war, his obligation fulfilled. When it gets around that Tanner has a skill unlike any man alive, powerful people seek to control him and use him for war once again. His wife is kidnapped by a powerful Earl who wants Tanner to fight on his behalf. Being left with no choice Tanner embarks on the Quest with the mythical Sword of Ages. When he returns, if he returns he has promised himself that the Earl will breathe no more once his wife is safe. Join Tanner for Book 2 of his adventure.