It's the first day at Merlin Academy, and the new students have no idea what to expect. Hook hopes he'll get closer to what he always believed was his legacy. Drawn to the infamous Maleficent, Hades is determined to impress. Ursula's sister Uliana is ready to do some hands-on spellwork. And Ella is not sure where she fits in to all this magical royalty and villainy. Luckily, her new friend Bridget, the future Queen of Hearts, has her back. But when Merlin and his famed sword, Excalibur, vanish, all eyes turn to the villains. Typical. Amid secrets, accusations, and wayward magic, will the students find Merlin? Or is their time at Merlin Academy over before it's even begun?