A cautious and cranky venerable porter named Aimister, a forgiving but suspicious ancient scribe named Laurencius, and an inspiring but aloof guild master named Mandoch staying in a villa close to a crowded city were banished to start a secret society and to conceal their true nature. The action centers on a flood. A courteous and haughty teenaged guild master named Ioco and a cheerful and timid venerable pirate named Greyfred create a challenge.