Jarle son Sigurd growing up in Viking Norway, a time when conflicts are resolved with weapons. He is named after a great legend and local hero, Sigurd Fåvnesbane that in his time had killed the dragon Fafnir. It is expected that Sigurd should grow up and become a strong and barbaric viking, as the rest of his family. Illungene are sworn enemies of Sigurds family. It is expected of the young Sigurd to the advancement of blood revenge that flared up when Illungene killed his brother.