In the midst of the Middle Ages, a skilled craftsman must navigate the dangerous political landscape of the Church and expose his jealous rival's treachery to clear his name and continue his work freely, in a world governed by powerful guilds and trade restrictions.
Protagonist: A skilled craftsman seeking to preserve his independence in a world governed by powerful guilds and trade restrictions; Antagonist: A jealous rival craftsman who will stop at nothing to undermine the protagonist's success and reputation.
The protagonist is accused of heresy and must navigate the dangerous political landscape of the Church to clear his name and continue his craft.
In the end, the protagonist successfully proves his innocence, exposes the antagonist's treachery, and gains recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship. He becomes a respected figure in the community and is able to continue his work freely, despite the challenges posed by the powerful guilds and trade restrictions.
Twist: The protagonist discovers evidence that the antagonist is secretly a member of a heretical group, and uses this information to turn the tables and clear his name, ultimately gaining the support of the Church and the community.