The picturesque hamlet which serves the needs of the local squire and his castle is the birth place of Jimmen, growing up under his father's guidance to become a blacksmith. In such a small community word travels fast, and so does our hero... Jimmen is bestowed with a supernatural force encountered in a secluded cave. Kalim, who telepathically converses with Jimmen, guides him to levels that he could not have envisaged. Jimmen's skills and quick learning serve him well, enough to gain a very high regard from Squire Godfrey Belfont. This leads to unenviable advantages that only he can demonstrate to become a born leader. Life presents its chances and Jimmen takes every one given to him, opening up a new life for him and his family.