Hal and his fellow Herons have returned home to Skandia after defeating the pirate captain Zavac and reclaiming the stolen artifact, the Andomal. With their honor restored, the Her - ons turn to a new mission: tracking down an old rival turned bitter enemy. Tursgud leader of the Shark Brotherband and Hal s constant opponent has turned from the bullying youth into a pirate and slave trader. After Tursgud captures twelve Araluen villagers to sell as slaves, the Heron crew sails into action with the help of one of Araluen s finest Rangers.