The year is 490 by the common reckoning and the rocky headland of Duntagell in the Kingdom of Kernow stands defiant against the darkness all around. King March ap Cador maintains the independence of his kindgom with the wealth provided by tin, the ruggedness of the environment, and the protection of the old gods. Twelve months after the death of his queen in childbirth the king has arranged for a new royal bride from across the sea in Leinster. A loyal band have the task of undertaking the voyage and bringing the princess back to the king. What could possibly go wrong ….