The world will never be the same. Armies of evil have devastated the Kingdom of Karmon, ravaging its two cities into uninhabitable ruins. The survivors have made their way to Neffenmark Castle, a nearly impregnable fortress built into the side of the White Mountains. Guarding the castle is Hargon, who uses his newly found magical power to defend against the hordes of goblins who attack with an unceasing vengeance. His power isn't only fueled by his natural abilities to cast spells, but through one half of an ancient artifact called the Ark of Life. The other half of the Ark of Life is held by The Deceiver, an ancient being from another realm who seeks to gain control of the world and turn life into death and darkness. Once he gains control of both halves, The Deceiver's power will be so great, no power on earth could stop him.Half a world away, after skirting the hurricane that separated them from Elissa and rest of the Elven army, Conner and Glaerion come across the fabled Hurai civilization. Hoping to enlist their storied Sak'Hurai warriors to join their fight, Conner and Glaerion instead find themselves on a quest for an ancient weapon called the Spear of Salvation that could help them defeat the Deceiver and his army. With the fate of the world resting on the success of their quest, Conner and Glaerion must face a mysterious enemy and a powerful mythological creature that will test the limits of their strength and courage.Knight Quest, Book Five of the Champions Chronicles, sees the champions scattered about, each fighting their own battles and internal demons. Courage and bravery are in abundance, but it will take more than that to defeat the Deceiver and his army. It will take all races of the earth working together, putting aside long-held beliefs and fears to defeat the evil that threatens their very existence.