Near the town of Ember, the Coven is trying to raise a demon. They embrace evil so these humans look like monsters and though their summoning is not a complete success, the members remain dedicated to destroying anything that ventures into their path and they start by attacking the nearby town. Former mercenary Wren and his wife are caught up in the carnage, but the Wizard Dale saves their lives. They help him fight The Coven and eventually escape with their lives. Dale takes a family's only survivor Corin to a safe place and also gives Wren a magic medallion so he can call him if he is needed.

(Source: Del Rey)