The world of Canard was nearly destroyed 500 years ago, when Dissonance entered the Song and the majisters disappeared. Now, the majisters have returned and they have a mission-find the refrains of the Lorica and clear their name. High King Tenneth has died and there will soon be a succession tournament. On top of everything else, Trystan cannot get Isseylte out of his mind. What's a bard to do? Join Dane, Trystan and a faisant named Sarah...