16 years ago, the High Lord of Nidera banished his son. Now Dare and his family live in exile in the remote port colony of Darkwynd. For kids, Onyx, Kerrigan, and Dyanna, The Outlands are a tough place to grow up, with frequent energy storms, shadow monsters, and even the occasional assassin. It doesn't help that their only power seems to be attracting trouble.
Storm season is fast approaching and the last trade caravan is in port. Onyx Dy and Keri head to the fair hoping to acquire the hard to find items they've been dreaming of. However, a run in with Kayne interrupts their plans.