Wulfgar is given his freedom by Bruenor Battlehammer, along with the gift of the legendary weapon, Aegis-Fang. Wulfgar returns to his people, the Barbarian tribes of the north, to reclaim his rightful rule of the clans. To solidify his place though, he must first perform a great feat of valor and skill. Accompanied by Drizzt, they set out to slay the great ice dragon of the north, Icingdeath.