This sword is the extension of Avalon’s will. The one who wields it speaks in the name of the holy island. Merlin, an ancient seer, though not infallible, is a druid. Uther Pendragon, a young rogue learning to become a true king. Ygraine, a woman punished for her religious beliefs. Gorlois, a perverse sadist driven by fanatical piety and executioner of his wife. And Morgane, a charming child who sees things that no one else can, not even Merlin. A child burdened by the knowledge that one day she will inevitably become evil.