Part 1 in a 3 book series, Seth Bergan lives a quiet life in the mountain town of Golden Arrow-until the day his mother gives him a mysterious shield with a glowing pink gem and a warning about ancient powers returning. When a sharp-tongued thief arrives, pursued by enemies and carrying a magical amulet, Seth is pulled into a journey that will lead him far from home. Together, they uncover the first clues to nine legendary treasures once used to control dragons. But the more they learn, the clearer it becomes: not all legends tell the truth-and not all heroes choose their fate. Jim Ferguson is a pop culture illustrator and former NASA video engineer known for his hand-drawn tributes to film and television. His work blends nostalgia, cinematic detail, and expressive storytelling. He is also the creator of Hero's Adventure, a self-written series set in a richly imagined world of dragons, ancient treasures, and reluctant heroes.