Lionel believes that he is a coward. Banished by his warrior father, Lord Lionclaw, he finds refuge in Sherwood Forest and joins a band of outlaws led by Rowan Hood, daughter of Robin. Lionel is loyal to his good friend Rowan, yet he is also determined to make peace with his father.

But when Lionclaw is taken prisoner by Robin Hood, he spots his son among the outlaws and vows revenge. Suddenly Sherwood is filled with danger, and Lionel wants nothing more than to turn and run. Then Lionclaw's hunters capture Rowan and use her as bait, and suddenly the lion in Lionel is awakened...