Qwan, an unusual teenager, and his feathered companion Teikou set out on a quest to discover their true destiny during the decline of the Han Dynasty in ancient China. In order to accomplish this and discover the truth surrounding his existence, Qwan must find the Essential Arts of Peace, a holy book. As he travels, he feeds on the bodies of demons for nourishment. Will this remarkable demon-eater prevail in obtaining the tome and uncovering his fate?