Six months ago, Greg Hart was snatched from the Earth to play out his role in an unlikely prophecy foretold on the magical world of Myrth. Against all odds he managed to survive and return unharmed. Now a second prophecy has been revealed, and Greg is once again abducted. The Canarazas, a race of fierce warriors with lightning reflexes and razor-sharp teeth, can run much faster than a man, or more to the point, much faster than Greg. Hundreds of thousands will soon gather outside Pendegrass Castle to settle a score with King Peter and his army, and Greg will be there too. With three generals battling by his side, the Hero who Slayed Ruuan, is expected to fight with the strength of ten men and make the difference that leads the king to victory. Problem is, nobody slayed Ruuan. The prophecy can not possibly be true. Even so, it looks as if it will be right about one thing. No way is Greg getting out of fighting the Canarazas.