Ben and his brother are forced to adjust to life in Titan Town after their home is attacked and they are captured by Vikings. Ben joins the town guard, where he meets Commander Ryan, a former serf like himself. When the commander puts the town on the verge of war with his decision to strike the neighboring town of North City, Ben gets caught up in the plot, while also dealing with his brother's mischief and his infatuation with a superior guard named Jill. The mettle of Ben and the guard will be tested as the shadow of war looms over Titan Town.

The premise sets up a narrative focused on survival and conflict in a historical setting, likely exploring themes of duty and personal growth. The description suggests a plot driven by external threats from Viking raids and internal political tensions leading to potential war. The protagonist's personal entanglements, including family and romantic interests, are woven into the larger conflict, indicating a character-driven story within a historical adventure framework. The narrative appears to follow Ben as he navigates these challenges, testing his resolve and that of the town guard.