Chivalry is not dead; it comes back each year with a rousing 'War' held for fun--and in costume. For one brief shining weekend, ordinary folks like police detective Peter Brichter recreate the Middle Ages at a rural campground: jousting, swigging ale, and 'slaying' rival knights with glee. But a real-life killer has joined the throng--and with dagger sharp and malice cruel he's come to turn fantasy into serious business.