The last living galactic Guardian oversees his cosmic territory with a buoyant priest and a knight-wizard, combining wit, humor, and stories to protect the lives and worlds in their care. Starmaster James is the last living galactic Guardian created by the First Wizards. He agreed to maintain a control center and protect the surrounding cosmic territory after his companions converted to energy bands with linking Gates. His natural form resembles a black dragon, although he chooses to maintain a youthful, boyish appearance. Mage Tarian is a young, buoyant priest from the Glowstone temple, powerful in magic, healing arts, with a cosmic awareness of the Holy. Knight Jeremy accepts an apprenticeship from James in the control center since his regenerations have given him tolerance for an extended life. Tarian hides her awe of the ancient Starmaster with a familiarity he enjoys, and Jeremy and Tarian use humor and wit to deal with threats that arise. James has vowed never to harm another lifeform, but supports his friends as they face challenges and danger on behalf of others. The trio are determined to protect the lives and worlds in their care from kidnapping, invasion, corruption, and ageless enemies. Starmaster James turns their exploits into tales, always beginning, “Once, long ago and far beyond the oldest gate…” And so, the best tales begin.